Tip #113 from 365 Teacher Secrets for Parents (McKinley, Trombly) - Reading Response Journal
Today's tip for parents from two talented teachers comes from 365 Teacher Secrets for Parents by Cindy McKinley Alder and Patti Trombly. #113 The Reading Response Journal Look, then, into thine heart, and write! ~ Henry W. Longfellow. When your child has spent time reading about something and learned a little or a lot, then what? Of course, she does not always have to do something after she reads, but doing something after reading is a great way to Recite or Review (Idea #99 and #100), thus increasing comprehension. It is also a great way to share (or show off) what she’s learned. One way to do this on her own and for herself is to keep a Reading Response Journal. All she really needs is a notebook. (One s...