Response Journal - Nonfic - nonfictprompts.pdf. Microsoft Word - readerresponsequestions.doc - RRQuestions.pdf. Microsoft Word - Reader Response Journal Prompts and form - reader_response_journal_prompts_form.pdf. Nonfictprompts.pdf (application/pdf Object) The Reading Journal. The Reading Journal When reading and assessing complex types of writing, a "reading journal" can be helpful for recording observations and questions. A reading journal is more structured than mere "first impressions" or "personal reactions.
" It helps you prepare for class discussion by collecting your insights or raising questions for us to pursue. It also helps you prepare notes on the material which may help with test questions. Texts are not simple math equations. Reading journals help you process your experience with reading texts. Steps for Reading and Journal Writing Read through the assigned reading to gain an overall understanding of the material, making notes as you go (either in the text or in a notebook). By text, we mean any complex linguistic network: a short story, poem, film, essay, advertisement, or whatnot. Don't forget to put your name on it somewhere. 08Sabrina-Block-Outsiders.pdf (application/pdf Object) Comprehension Stategies Mini Lessons.