SOL16 #3 Cheering on the Struggling Reader

 My thinking when I see my struggling readers who have lost hope!  We look at success often, but they need to be reminded about where they were and how far they have come!

The reading pals in my room, because sometimes
 it is easier to read to something warm and fuzzy

Cheering the Struggling Reader

When you walk into the reading room, 

I believe in you.

I know there are things 

You need to learn 

You will learn them, 

One-Step-At-A-Time.  

When you walk into the reading room,

I believe in you.

I see you as a whole person

You aren't just your struggles

You are your successes

One-Step-At-A-Time.

When you walk into the reading room,

I want to make you believe in you

I know you make comparisons

I see the furrowed brow 

You work hard at what comes easy for others

You are your hard work

One-Step-At-A-Time

When you walk into the reading room,

You will one day see

The amazing person

Who has discovered the code

Who can read their fill

One-Step-At-A Time