“The more you read, the more things you will know. The more you learn, the more places you will go.”  Dr. Seuss

Get Real Reading

Amy Kratzer

February

We are trying to answer the question: What can you learn by studying the lives of others? As we answer this question we will focus on the following reading skills and strategies: previewing/predicting, problem/solution and character analysis. We will be reading about Frederick Douglass, Harriet Tubman, and Olympic stars.

Course information

Welcome to Get Real Reading! In this exploratory class, students will spend a semester focusing on the following reading skills: previewing, self questioning, making connections, visualizing, knowing how words work, monitoring, summarizing and evaluating. Within a framework of inquiry questions, students will improve their reading skills through centers, reading aloud and silent reading, games, small groups and reading response projects. 

Expectations

I have high expectations for all of my students. The following is what I expect each student to be: 

Respectful

Enthusiastic
Attentive
Dedicated

Supplies need for class

Pocket folder

Classroom donations

If you have any of the following items that you are willing to donate, I would greatly appreciate it!

notebook paper

pencils

markers

crayons 

glue

construction paper

hand sanitizer

baby wipes

tissues

paper towels

old magazines

craft supplies 

scrapbooking supplies

candy

Contact Information

You may contact me via planner, email (kratzeras@rss.k12.nc.us) or phone (704-638-5561) if you have any questions.

Let’s have a great year!

Amy Kratzer