My latest resource focuses on plot development. As usual, I infused the gradual release model within the PowerPoint to help my teachers know when to use each part of the process. They have said that it makes it much easier, because it is written right in their PowerPoint. In our school, many teachers have also decided to write it into the Agenda on the Common Board Configuration as well.
I also like to have the background of the PowerPoint look like a student's interactive journal. This cuts down on the confusion as to where to write their notes and where to answer their HOT questions.
It has really help our kids. It is rare to hear a student ask, "What side do I write this on?" It's right there in front of them. Another thing that helps is the use of our graphic organizers. I use the same one on the slides that the kids will work on in groups as well as independently. In addition, to help my teachers, I include detailed notes with each slide so there are no questions how to use the resource.
You can write directly on to the interactive whiteboard, and kids can check their answers in groups or on their own. I think it's important that the examples follow the same pattern you want your students to follow independently. This raises the possibility for success.
When students finish their independent work, it is turned in for a grade, and then they are given a cold read to complete using the same graphic organizer they used all week. To purchase this resource, please visit my TPT store: http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Reading-Elements-of-Story-Structure-with-Gradual-Release
What are some strategies you use to help boost success?
My latest resource focuses on plot development. As usual, I infused the gradual release model within the PowerPoint to help my teachers know when to use each part of the process. They have said that it makes it much easier, because it is written right in their PowerPoint. In our school, many teachers have also decided to write it into the Agenda on the Common Board Configuration as well.
I also like to have the background of the PowerPoint look like a student's interactive journal. This cuts down on the confusion as to where to write their notes and where to answer their HOT questions. 
It has really help our kids. It is rare to hear a student ask, "What side do I write this on?" It's right there in front of them. Another thing that helps is the use of our graphic organizers. I use the same one on the slides that the kids will work on in groups as well as independently. In addition, to help my teachers, I include detailed notes with each slide so there are no questions how to use the resource.
You can write directly on to the interactive whiteboard, and kids can check their answers in groups or on their own. I think it's important that the examples follow the same pattern you want your students to follow independently. This raises the possibility for success. 
When students finish their independent work, it is turned in for a grade, and then they are given a cold read to complete using the same graphic organizer they used all week. To purchase this resource, please visit my TPT store: http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Reading-Elements-of-Story-Structure-with-Gradual-Release
What are some strategies you use to help boost success?
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