Buddy Reading

In Reader's Workshop, we have been doing a lot of work with buddy reading. Our mini lessons have been centered around the expectations of buddy reading as well as how to be a good "reading coach". We talked about how it is important to help a buddy by coaching them through strategies they can use when they get to a tricky word or part, rather than just giving them the word or answer. This takes some practice but with time they really will get good at it! We also discussed effective ways to turn and talk with a partner about what they are reading together. Here's some pictures of buddy reading in action!