Reading Suggestions

Have your child read aloud to you daily for at least 15 - 25 minutes!  Your child will benefit greatly if you "coach" him/her while reading.  This will build confidence while also building fluency, vocabulary, and stamina.

Have a designated spot set aside so that distractions are minimal.

Ask questions about what your child is reading. Some suggestions are:

Who are the main characters?

How did the character feel when _____________ happened?

When and where is the story taking place?

Is there a problem?  What is it?  How is the problem solved?  What caused this to happen?

What will happen next?

What happened first, last, next, before, or after ___________?

What does _____________ mean in the story?

What is a fact in the story?  What is an opinion in the story?

What is the main idea?  What are 3 details in the story?

What is the author's purpose in writing this story?  Is it to Entertain, Inform-Explain, Persuade, or Express (Opinions, Feelings)?

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