Popcorn Reading With a Twist: Beginning Reading Skills and Sight Words

Get the popcorn popping! Students will be allowed to bring their favorite popcorn flavor to class and munch along as we learn to read simple passages designed for a kindergarten grade level.  This class will focus on students learning to read stories in a fun environment. Stories consist of repetitive words and short sentences. All the stories are in big font and come from K5 Learning Grade K workbook.  Students will read a portion of the passage independently or with help from teacher.This is a very small class, so each student will be guaranteed an opportunity to practice reading out loud. After the story is finished, students as a group will answer simple reading comprehension, matching, and vocabulary questions. In addition, throughout the class students will try to fill the teacher's popcorn bucket by practicing 3 to 4 sight words from the Dolch Pre-Primer and Primer word list each class. This class is designed for students who are starting to learn to read or already are reading at a kindergarten grade level. However, the class is not limited to students in kindergarten.  All first grade students who may need extra review are welcome to sign up. Passages will be posted to the classroom the night before for students to print out. It is best for students to have a copy of the reading material in front of them. It makes it easier to read and follow along if they have their own copy of the story. We will practice pointing to each word as we read. I understand that not all students may have access to a printer, so please don't let printing issues prevent your student from joining the class. I can always post the reading passage on my screen during class. Students should bring the passage, a pencil, and some delicious popcorn to class. Don't be afraid to get creative with those popcorn flavors! In addition to snacks, students may bring one item to share with peers at the end of class. Items may include but are not limited to books, toys, pictures, or pets.