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Hello. I am looking for advice on homework. We are starting a new reading series so I have the opportunity to revamp my homework. Previously, we (all first grade) had the students write spelling words 3x on Monday, complete a CLOZE vocabulary worksheet on Wednesday, and read a typed up leveled reader (just a sheet with the story typed out) 2x over the weekend. Many parents complained about the reading because it was boring (no pics) and confusing (text referred to pics from actual book). I agreed with them. My issue-students who need the extra practice don't do the homework, students who are doing great without the extra practice do the homework. I want homework with purpose-not busy work. Thanks!
Sara On 6/17/13, Jamie wrote:

What's your goal? To improve reading skills? There is research that questions whether writing out words really teaches spelling and some would say writing out words is busy work. Some would say that vocabulary is learned by reading but everyone would say reading is fundamentally important. As your students likely ...See More
Jun 28, 2013


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