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    kids reading
     
    Self-directed learners are a very important part of my classroom. I utilize a workshop structure which consists of teaching either a reading or writing minilesson and then having students work by themselves or in small groups. It is expected that students will build independent reading stamina over the course of the year to sustain 30 minutes. This structure allows me to conference with individual students and/or small groups to address specific skills and strategies.