What is shared reading in school?
Shared reading is a technique used by some teachers to help children to learn to read. It is an interactive read aloud experience, where the teacher models fluent and expressive reading. The children are also encouraged to take part, often using large illustrated books.
It is also an opportunity to deepen the understanding of the texts that they are reading by asking children questions, for predictions and to increase their enjoyment of the texts.
For shared reading, a variety of different text types can be used, not just fictional books. We recommend using a selection of text types from newspapers or speeches, to poetry, to Manga. It will depend on the interests of your class.
What are the benefits of shared reading?
When an adult reads aloud, it's a great opportunity for them to model what fluent reading sounds like. At Pageticker, we think adults, where possible should read aloud with their children, even when they can read independently.
Shared reading is an interactive experience. It encourages children to discuss their thoughts about the text, make predictions and become more engaged in the text.
The text can be pitched just above their reading level as they are getting support and guidance from their teacher. This helps to also develop their vocabulary and through discussing the text, their comprehension too!
It helps to build a community of readers, where all children can talk about the same text, what they liked or disliked and their opinions on the text.
Pageticker and different types of reading
At Pageticker, our online reading record, parents and teachers will be able to record different types of reading, from shared reading to independent reading. Why not try Pageticker and see it for yourself?
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