There is no one-size-fits-all approach to reading. Every reading student has different natural strengths and weaknesses. Yes, of course, there's a place for whole-class instruction. But many of our students need individual attention just to keep up.
With guided reading groups, teachers can take an individualized approach to reading instruction in a time-efficient way.
What really makes guided reading groups ideal for an individual approach is the fact that the format lends itself so well to allowing teachers to make individualized observations and provide individualized scaffolding and instruction.
Like everything else in life, saying is one thing, and doing is another. That's why this training is focused on how teachers can effectively and efficiently implement guided reading groups into their literacy block without any of the overwhelm or frustration.