I have a diverse group of fifth grade students. Many students live in low-socioeconomic neighborhoods and read significantly below grade level. Their ability levels range from students who struggle in school due to learning disabilities, to students performing above grade level and are gifted. One common characteristic among all students is their enthusiasm for learning.
I work diligently to plan exemplary literacy lessons and activities that challenge the students, but also allow them to use their unique talents and abilities to showcase or demonstrate their depth of knowledge.
I want to motivate and inspire my students to become lifelong learners.
My Project
Students who struggle with reading, don't really want to read. This sad fact is also the solution to the problem. Students who struggle with reading need to read to improve.
I have created a list of historical fiction and nonfiction books that will motivate and inspire my struggling readers to want to read.
Each year I try to purchase titles for our classroom library that students will want to read. A classroom library should be upgraded regularly for students to have immediate access to quality literature with books on the students reading levels.
Nearly all students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
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