I began with a one-minute phonological awareness exercise, dropping one letter from and initial blend (Kilpatrick, K1 #2, p. 200). Colson accomplished the task with ease; we will move up next session. Next, we practiced the -dge spelling pattern. Colson is close to mastery on this skill. Colson syllabicated unfamiliar three-syllable words using the strategies taught in class (malcontent, fandango, contralto, intrinsic, asbestos). To conclude, we co-read a short story by Shirley Jackson, "Charles." I modeled how to underline important phrases and take notes in the margins. Tomorrow Colson will answer the written comprehension questions.