I am switching grades next year and was wondering some of the differences I will encounter academically. For example how are read-alouds done at this level? What are some good mentor texts to read to them? What are some incentives(as I was told they are "too old" for stickers)?.
2006-07-12 13:56:15 · 7 answers · asked by Teacher 2-4 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Teaching
For example if these students are reading chapter books at this level, do you read one chapter per day as a read aloud?
2006-07-13 14:57:14 · update #1
Don't assume anything is too old for a group of students. I have taught from preK-7 and assure you that just when you think you know what to expect from an age or grade level, they prove you wrong. When I taught K I did certain crafts for holidays. As I taught older students, they would want to make something for the holidays. I told them I didn't know what to do for older kids and they wanted to do the "baby" stuff. Most of them love it. You will always find some who don't. Stickers are the same. You will find that some students will still love them. Some of my 6th graders last year collected them. Some advice will also apply regionally or by the maturity level of your students. My older students like free time, computer time and the all-time favorite: gum.
Some people will tell you to drop the read-alouds but I think that is a huge mistake. I don't think much changes except you will have more independent work, you can do more in-depth discussion groups. You can go to randomhouse.com or scholastic.com for grade leveled book lists.
I'm sure you will enjoy them! Good luck!
2006-07-12 15:09:35 · answer #1 · answered by wolfmusic 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I teach fourth grade and I use a money system for good behavior. My students can earn a possible $1 each day for good behavior and turning in all work on time. They are responsible for keeping up with their money. (I give each one a ziplock bag with their name on it at the beginning of the year). We use 6 weeks grading periods, and at the end of each six weeks we have a classroom store in which the students use their money to buy prizes. They really like this. I make them count their money and even calculate how much change they should get back when they purchase items from the store. I pay them a couple times a month. I also have a microwave in my room that I use to pop popcorn for a reward. My kids love to have lunch with me as well. I sometimes let them bring their lunches outside with me. I also have what I call reward cards for the students (i.e., be teacher's assistant for a week, 10 bonus points, write in ink for the day, get a drink whenever you want, 15 minutes at computer, no morning work, 2 free answers, homework pass, etc). I hope I helped with the incentive part. As far goes read alouds, we read our weekly story aloud as a group at least twice and use a storyball to discuss it. I also have the kids make "stump the class" questions from their story. Then, if no one can answer their question, they get a prize.
2006-07-13 09:26:55 · answer #2 · answered by elliottswife 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree with caitlinerika...Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing is a fantastic book to read to this level...my class was in stitches! They were so inspired by Peter and Fudge. I have recently gone from 4 th to 1st/2nd and have found that the main difference is the level of independence. I founf that by 4th, the children are really working towards becoming independent learners and require less 'teacher direction' than the younger ones. i.e. - you can set a task and depending on the student, they can complete it with minimal help. As for stickers....all kids love stickers, no matter what they tell you!! Good luck and have fun!
2006-07-13 07:04:01 · answer #3 · answered by tanwil_73 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Probably the main difference is that 4th graders are expected to be more responsible on their own. It's the year we really try to teach them to take on more responsibility with their schoolwork. My kids loved stickers. They also liked getting to suggest (within my limits) and vote on class rewards. Something my class really enjoyed last year was the book Tales of a Fourth Grade. I read them that as the first read aloud book of the year and they were reading Fudge stories for the rest of the year. Hope that helps some!
2006-07-13 01:21:26 · answer #4 · answered by caitlinerika 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
reading is way better the book continues u thinking and you simply get more detail in what people are thinking so you have more imagination
2017-03-02 07:58:39 · answer #5 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Reading the booklet instead of viewing the movie is the best way to see what the writer supposed. Reading uses your creativeness, hones your reading skills, and can increase your vocabulary
2017-02-03 01:37:48 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Reading the book instead of enjoying the movie is the ultimate way to see what the writer planned. Reading uses your creativeness, hones your reading skills, and can increase your vocabulary
2017-02-02 16:42:36 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋