Sticky-Notes discussions

Sticky-Notes discussions add variety to reading, and allow students to
respond to the written text immediately. They are easy to implement in all
content areas. Sticky-Note discussions are effective when used
individually, in a small or large group, or a combination of settings. 

1.  Read aloud. When you come to a spot that you want to mark with a
sticky note, explain why you are using it. As you read, make a  note of
things you noted.

2. Once students have the idea,  you might suggest they mark one or two
places per chapters. Limiting notes assists the students in narrowing down
significant areas.

3.  Begin sticky note discussions as a whole class.  Start by sharing a place
you have marked; one that mostly likely will encourage student discussion. 

4. Engage students in examining why sticky note discussions help them
become more involved in the reading than more traditional methods of
teaching.