Independent reading accountability

TRASH THOSE READING LOGS | Is it possible to have accountability for students' at home reading without using reading logs? I think so and I figured out how with a Status of the Class reading routine. Find out the tips and tricks I used to make status of the class reading routine work and how I created reading accountability without using reading logs! #readingaccountability #upperelementary #backtoschool #readersworkshop #readingworkshop #4thgrade #5thgrade #tarheelstateteacher

Does your choice reading program feel stale? Freshen it up with these vibrant independent reading activities!

hold students accountable while they independently read with these easy to implement reading tips and tricks and strategies

Okay teacher friend. It’s finally here. And I’m so excited! I’ve had this resource collecting dust on my computer for years now. I’ve been using this strategy in my classroom for the last few years, but haven’t had the energy or time (teacher life + mom life is exhausting, am I right?) to put it all together so that it’s ready to go for busy teachers like you! Well, it’s finally finished and I finally get to unveil it to you! Did you know I have a FREE downloadable reading response menu…

Using reading questions stems to keep students accountable for their independent reading. These questions are aligned to standards to help you target specific skills.

Independent reading accountability is important. Read about some ways to support students with a clear structure without making them hate reading.

For independent reading to be an effective use of time, it is essential to set these clear expectations for students and yourself.

I took a giant leap this year. I ditched the reading logs. Some may say I’m crazy, some may say it’s a genius move. There are a lot of opinions on this topic! I want my kids to read, but I want them to enjoy reading. This post contains affiliate links. Read my full disclosure here. […]

Reading logs. Similar to saying, "I'll wait", or assigning a back-to-school essay about how students spent their summer, reading logs are a classroom

What is independent reading? Independent reading is where students are encouraged to choose their own reading material (fiction books, non-fiction, magazine, other media) for their pure enjoyment. This is an essential component in my opinion in building reading literacy. It allows students to be exposed to various topics of choice and increases fluency rates, vocabulary and various reading skills. There are