Key Components of A Reading Workshop

Time:
Students need substantial time to read and look through books.

Choice:
Students need the opportunity to choose reading material for themselves.

Response:
Students should respond in natural ways to the books they are reading through conferences, written entries, classroom discussions, and projects.

Community:
Students are part of a classroom reading community in which all members can make meaningful contributions to the learning of the group.

Structure:
The workshop rests on a structure of routines and procedures that supports students and teachers.