Community+Read+Aloud


 * Parents:** If you are interested in reading to a class of students, please contact Julie Hunefeld at jhunefeld@namastecharterschool.org or (773) 715-9558 x316. We are scheduling parents and community members for Fridays in November. We are eager to build a community of enthusiastic readers! The best way to do this is modelling for our children that we highly value and deeply enjoy reading! Make sure to view our Reader Showcase page to see fabulous (and fun) samples of our teachers.

Instructions for Community Readers

Please have a read aloud prepared that takes 10 minutes or less. Ask Julie for Recommendations if needed. Arrive at least 5 minutes before the students are schedule to arrive so that you can be prepared and ready to meet them at the door as they file in. The images below will give you a preview of Community Read Aloud routine that you will be leading. Please ask if you have any questions!





//The routine is posted in the library and will be provided to the reader on a clipboard. It is also available in document form if you would like a hard copy.//

= Introductions //- Sample//=

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= Reading Preparations =

Reading Chant - to the rhythm of //We've got spirit yes we do, we got spirit, how 'bout you?//
//This is posted in the library and will be provided to the reader on a clipboard//

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//This is posted in the library and will be provided for you on a clipboard. Ask Julie or Mario to demo so you can hear the rhythm.//



Put on the Reader's Hat right before beginning the story. It is the signal that the story is going to begin!



= Reading =

Introduce the book by reading the title, author, and illustrator

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And now for the best part -- have fun and enjoy reading a favorite story! Take a peek at Mr. Lopez and the students getting a kick out of //There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly.//

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