Did you know that comprehension of a text is just as important as being able to read the words? We work a lot on phonics activities in RTI, but comprehension is also extremely important for our little readers to succeed in the classroom. So, what can you be doing at home to help improve comprehension?
I stumbled upon a GREAT free packet from the First Grade Wow blog, which gives tips to parents of 1st & 2nd graders for things to say/do after reading a book/magazine/online article at home. Here are a few questions to ask:
I stumbled upon a GREAT free packet from the First Grade Wow blog, which gives tips to parents of 1st & 2nd graders for things to say/do after reading a book/magazine/online article at home. Here are a few questions to ask:
Before & During Reading
-Is this book fiction or nonfiction? How do you know?
-How do you feel about the main character? Would you do things differently if you were them?
-How do you think the story will end?
-How do you feel about the main character? Would you do things differently if you were them?
-How do you think the story will end?
After Reading
-Does the story remind you of another story?
-What was your favorite part?
-Were there any parts that surprised you?
For the full packet, click on the file below to download.
As always, if you ever have any questions, please feel free to get in touch with me. I love helping your little reader!
-What was your favorite part?
-Were there any parts that surprised you?
For the full packet, click on the file below to download.
As always, if you ever have any questions, please feel free to get in touch with me. I love helping your little reader!
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