Finally, I am seeing some improvement in independent reading and book club conversation in the past two days. The implementation of the readers checklist and strategy lessons is indeed a helpful tool to get them both on track and somewhat accountable. This is especially evident in Nathan's case. Each day, Nathan gets excited in reading because he wants to find out how he does in reading that day. He readily has his book out and the goal of the day. Although in exhibit 11 (look at top right corner) Nathan is having a hard time sustaining his independent reading in the first attempt (he reads for 4 minutes and needs a drink), he tries harder to focus in his second attempt. The next day, February 28th, he even succeeds in sustaining 15 minutes of uninterrupted reading in one seating (see exhibit 12 below).
Exhibit 12
On the other hand, Jesse shows some improvement in book club reading; his progress is not as blatant as Nathan. A positive note is that with positive reinforcement and encouragement, he is able to set a goal with my support and scaffolding. In one strategy lesson, I show him the importance of setting a goal before reading. On February 27th, Jesse reads in 3 separate intervals (see exhibit 13 below).
Exhibit 13
The next day, February 28th, Jesse shows more blatant improvement in increasing his reading stamina. He was able to read for 10 minutes; 4 more minutes than the day before.
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