Clinical+Reflection+2

2-23-2010

So, I was finally able to teach my first lesson on Thursday. Even though I was still on a two hour delay schedule, I was able to accomplish everything that I wanted to. We did a "popcorn" read aloud of their story Lon Po Po. I was able to take anecdotal notes while each of my students read. Afterwards, I introduced them to the Five Finger Retell. My teacher was very excited about this new, easy, quick method of summarizing a story. I gave a hand to each of my students and had them fill in each finger with the appropriate heading. They could decorate it however they chose and put it into their "keep" folder. Now, since Thursday, when I asked them do to a Five Finger Retell, they already have it memorized, while they still have their hand available in case they forget. Today, I get to give my first Reading test. I'm finally glad to be on the other end of the deal. As a clas yesterday, we filled out their study guide. So, in my opinion, my students will do great today!!! Tomorrow I get to introduce a new story to the class and do some pretty cool activities with them. I'm very excited about my Reading Block clinicals because they are going great!