The Write to Read; Response Journals That Increase Comprehension

This practical handbook presents a unique step-by-step model of response journaling which teaches students in Grades 5-12 how to respond to reading material in a variety of ways and helps them develop skills for deeper and more meaningful responses. The Write to Read: Reading Journals That Increase Comprehension demonstrates how teachers can plan and implement response journaling as part of a language arts unit, encourage students to read self-selected books, and evaluate student progress. The book contains a combination of theory, practice, practical advice, anecdotes, and teacher models, along with samples of student work. Readers will also find an array of tools for adapting the program to students' needs and interests.