Point #1 - After reading this chapter, I understand why shared writing is one of Regie Routman's favorites. I have an idea for a shared writing piece I want to do with my students, and I can't wait to see how it goes. In addition to the idea that shared writing is fun, quick, and easy, you get the added bonus of teaching and engaging all students. Shared writing will also give me practice at paraphrasing my students' thinking. It's easy to understand how rereading of shared writing pieces could be a great strategy for improving fluency.
Point #2 - As I was reading this chapter I found myself wondering what shared writing looked and sounded like in the classroom. Well, she didn't let me down! Her shared writing lesson on writing a fiction story answered my questions. The gray columns headed "What I Do..." were just what I was wanting to know. I plan to introduce shared writing to my class with a T-Chart and then we will give it a go!
Point #3 - The "Tried and True Ideas for Shared Writing" at the end of the chapter opened up so many possibilities for me.
P0int #4 - I am so glad I am reading this book!
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Hi Julie,
I also enjoyed reading this chapter. I think Regie did a great job of giving us a step by step guide to what shared writing looks like. I was also glad to see her ideas for topics for shared writing. Can't wait to try a few!
"Shared writing will also give me practice at paraphrasing my students' thinking."
I never thought of it that way! I agree!
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