This week, second graders took on a very special role- they became teachers! They paired up with the first graders for a shared reading activity. Each second grader chose a book and read aloud to their younger buddy, modeling fluent reading and expressive storytelling.

But the first graders weren’t just listening- they had an important job, too! As their second grade partners read, the first graders were on the lookout for silent e words. Every time they spotted one, they pointed it out and wrote it down on their whiteboard with excitement and pride.

Second graders showed leadership and responsibility, while the first graders practiced their phonics skills in a fun and meaningful way. We can’t wait to do it again!