Guided Reading

What is Guided Reading?

Guided reading is a form of group instruction in which a teacher helps children to develop understanding for the story while prompting them to apply strategies they will need to become independent readers.

University of Arkansas at Little Rock Training Center, 2003

Basic Framework of a Guided Reading Lesson

• Form a Group
• Select a Text
• Introduce the Text to the Students
• Support Students as They Read the Text
• Make Teaching Points to Support Learning
• Engage Students Actively in Word Work
• Invite Students to Extend Understanding through Writing (Optional)