Reflective Task: Embracing the Joy of Reading and Recognizing Readiness
Objective: To explore and reflect on the balance between encouraging a love for reading and respecting the natural pace of each child's cognitive development. Task Description: Observation and Note-Taking: Activity: 'Reading Watch' Spend a week observing your students during free reading time. Note their choices, engagement level, and any signs of enjoyment or frustration. Observe both structured reading activities and moments where children choose to look at books during free play. Reflective Art Project: Activity: 'The Reading Garden' Create a 'Reading Garden' mural or bulletin board in your classroom. For each child, add a flower or plant to represent their reading journey. Decorate each plant according to your observations: bright colors for engagement and enjoyment, and subdued colors for signs of struggle or disinterest. Group Discussion and Brainstorming: Activity: 'Garden Talk' Hold a casual group discussion with other teachers or assistant...