Download - Sustained Silent Reading SSR+
Mrs. DellerMrs. Deller
Reading: -Every day immediately following bell work
-10 minutes
Writing: -Reading your SSR+ book will be followed with keeping track of page numbers and written reflections
Talking: -Talking about your SSR+ books will happen through informal classroom book talk and more formal book projects
SSR + as a Regular Routine
Fluency: the number of pages you read at a
sitting
Stamina: the amount of time you stay focused on reading
Agency: your willingness to try different kinds of books
Why Do SSR+?Setting Goals
It must be a book It must have more words than pictures It must be something you are interested in It must be something your parents would allow
you to read, if asked It must not be a book you are reading for
another class
Requirements for SSR+ Book
Bring your book to class each and every day If you leave your book at home, choose another one from the
classroom library for the day Get started reading after you’ve completed bell work Stay in your seat so others aren’t distracted Do not do homework Do not talk Do your best to read for the whole time Record page numbers—when you start and finish for the day Set goals for yourself and reflect on how you are meeting them at the
end of each week/month/book
SSR+ Norms
1. Reading is rewarding.2. Reading builds a mature vocabulary.3. Reading makes you a better writer.4. Reading is hard, and "hard" is necessary.5. Reading makes you smarter.6. Reading prepares you for the world of work.7. Reading well is financially rewarding.8. Reading opens the door to college and beyond.9. Reading arms you against oppression.
Top 9 Reasons to Read