Reading

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            In this quarter, students use the text analysis technique of close reading to summarize two or more main ideas and make inferences. Students develop background knowledge and build essential vocabulary about the American Revolution. Multiple texts on the American Revolution are read to analyze roles and viewpoints of individuals in order to integrate information across texts. 

       Multiple texts on the American Revolution are read to analyze roles and viewpoints of individuals in order to integrate information across texts. Students listen to a speech and summarize points a speaker makes supported by reasons and evidence.

       Students read biographical information about people related to scientific concepts, compare text structure, draw from multiple sources to locate information, and participate in collaborative conversations. Students also summarize information presented in multi-media format. 

      The majority of reading instruction is provided during small-group instruction. Guided reading provides an opportunity for students to develop skills and strategies while reading instructional level text.  


Deduction Reading Activity
Finding Information Reading Activity
Spywatch Reading Activity