Reading aloud is an important skill for children to develop; not only does it help with comprehension, but having the correct intonation in English when reading can make a big difference in how well a child is understood. Knowing how to assist young readers in developing this skill can be beneficial both in and out of the classroom setting. This article will provide parents, teachers and guardians with tips on helping children have the correct intonation when reading aloud. Reading is something that everyone can do. But reading correctly is not everyone’s cup of tea. Young students have the most difficulty understanding how to read words with the proper intonation. If you want to learn about teaching your children to...
I have some fun science books from Timberdoodle to share with you today, Science Lessons and Investigations Grade 1 and Science Lessons and Investigations Grade 3. Timberdoodle currently has these available for Grades 1-6! G has been using the Grade 1 book and F has been using the Grade 3 book as their science curriculum this year.G with his science book Grade 1 G's book covers life, earth, and physical science. It does this through investigation and observation as the name suggests. His book contains 14 science units that build upon prior knowledge and experience as you progress through the material. He appreciates that all the units include a hands-on activity as well. Questions explored in this book include: How...
Like most teachers, you want your students to be successful readers. But what do you do if they struggle with reading fluency? Reading fluency is the ability to read a text accurately, quickly, and with proper expression. Poor reading fluency can impede a student’s comprehension of text, leading to frustration and discouraging readers. Fortunately, targeted interventions can help improve reading fluency. So read on to learn more! If you have students struggling with reading fluency, try out some targeted interventions to help them improve. Model Reading Fluency Read aloud to your class frequently, pointing out when you are reading smoothly and WITH expression. Call attention to words or phrases that trip you up and explain how you solve that problem...
We are often asked, “At what skill or mastery level should I stop using decodable texts?” The answer varies based on each student. Before we jump into the answer, there are some basic understandings that must be addressed as to WHY the use of decodable texts in beginning and struggling readers is non-negotiable. Six Basic Understandings for Using Decodable Texts The purpose of using decodable texts is to provide opportunities for children to apply their knowledge of explicitly taught phonics patterns in connected text. The purpose of decodable texts is to help students learn to rely on word solving by using the reading code rather than guessing. Brain research shows that the practice of decoding strengthens neuronal pathways and develops...
The days are getting shorter and the temps are getting lower, which means we’re welcoming any and all indoor activities, and awarding bonus points to projects that dabble in both creativity and learning. Get ready to deck the halls in cut-out snowflakes and DIY holiday crafts and wrap the fridge in winter coloring pages. With it being the holiday season, winter coloring pages make for the perfect homemade present. Between gift-giving and the uptick in social gatherings, wintertime can be burning a hole in your wallet. Save yourself a few bucks this holiday season with free kid-friendly activities like winter coloring pages. The amazing thing about coloring is that it can be both a solo or social hobby. It can...
