Right away, we will begin our Daily 5 and CAFÉ adventure! This is the reading and writing program implemented in my classroom.
Daily 5 is the structure we will use to plan our afternoons. Children will be busy completing meaningful literacy tasks. The choices will be:
In the beginning we will focus on increasing our stamina to work independently during Read to Self. Within the next few months, the other choices will be introduced. While the students are completing their literacy tasks, I will be meeting with small groups and conferencing with individual students.
Daily 5 is how we schedule our language block. CAFÉ is what we study during this time. CAFÉ is an acronym for the four major components of reading. They are:
The children will learn reading strategies within each category. These strategies will become tools for the children to use to help themselves become better readers and writers. I will keep you informed when new strategies are introduced. Then, when you read with your child at home, you will be able to reinforce these concepts.
It is going to be exciting to watch your child's reading and writing skills blossom throughout the year. If you have any questions regarding this program, please ask. I am always enthusiastic to share what I know about Daily 5 and CAFÉ!