Ayden and I co-read Enders Game for 30 minutes, pausing to discuss literary themes and character development. Ayden added unfamiliar vocabulary to his list. Ayden read independently for 15 minutes (approximately four pages.) His homework is to read an additional four pages.
Assignment
read for 15 minutes (or four pages)
Session Minutes
60
Minutes Student Attended
60
Lesson Comments
I told Ayden that I would provide him with a syllabus for the semester. I explained that this is something he will get for every class in college. I am interested to see if Ayden does his homework.
Ayden read the novel Enders Game independently for 15 minutes. We discussed the plot (confirming reading comprehension) and then co-read for the remaining time, pausing to add vocabulary to Ayden's list.
Ayden and I co-read Ender's Game, pausing to discuss character development and literary themes. Ayden selected unfamiliar words from the text and added them to his Quizlet list.
Ayden and I co-read a chapter of Ender's Game. We discussed the author's use of language (dialect and unusual punctuation) as he develops the characters and the setting. We highlighted vocabulary from the text to add to Ayden's vocabulary Quizlet.
First, Ayden answered multiple choice and short answer questions about the novel Enders Game. Second, we co-read Chapter Four, pausing to discuss literary themes. Finally, we reviewed vocabulary from the book, and Ayden created a Quizlet to help him review the words.
Ayden and I co-read several chapters of The Enders Game, pausing to discuss unfamiliar vocabulary words and character development. Ayden is reading very well.
Assignment
none
Session Minutes
60
Minutes Student Attended
60
Lesson Comments
Ayden is quite rattled by his car accident (I don't blame him!) I hope that they can get him driving again soon. From my experience with Will, I know that it is crucial to "get back on the horse" or risk severe anxiety. Ayden is such a sweet young man.
