observation #3

Three down, two to go!  I don't know why I get so worked up just before an observation.  In spite of having to demonstrate proficiency on syllable division, I didn't do too badly.  I learned how to teach syllable division in part 2 with syllable cards instead of the tiles.  That makes sense.  I also learned how to scoop and read the words to help my student see the syllable division.  I really like how this program helps students see how sounds are put together to make individual words and then how words are put together to "draw" a picture.  We now have to demonstrate proficiency in all 10 parts of a lesson.  So, I have to work on part 10 which is a heavy duty comprehension piece.  I will be reading a passage to my student and helping her draw pictures in her mind (I have to literally draw pictures on paper for her - yikes!).  It will be a great piece of the whole program.  I like that I can use Wilson passages or passages from books that my student may be hearing in school.  So, I can use the list of recommended read alouds.  Hmm!  I'll have to collaborate with her teacher to find out what would be most helpful.  This training is a LOT of work but I can see how beneficial the program is for my student.  I'll keep chugging away at this.