What does my child's reading level mean? Presented by: Amy Buckingham & Carolyn Prongay.
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Components of Reading
Comprehension- (understanding)
Fluency- (rate, phrasing, expression)
Accuracy- (decoding)
Why is it important to know a student's
reading level?•During independent reading should be reading with ease (fluency & comprehension)
•During instructional/ guided reading should be reading text that are more challenging
How can I find out the levels of books?
Scholastic book wizard
• Back of certain books
• Scholastic catalog
Ask your child’s teacher
• Book list-home.comcast.net/~ngiansante/
How can I help my K-2 student?
Sight words-flashcards
• Letter names and sounds (Fundations)
• Create a book box of books child can read
Use pictures as clues
• Have your child make predictions, ask questions even come up with an alternative ending
• Play rhyming games
• Play board games
• Read aloud to your child everyday!
How can I help my 3-5 student?
Help guide your child with finding texts that are at their reading level and of high interest (five finger rule)
• Most of your child's reading can be spent reading silently. However, discuss the text with them. Have them read at least 5 minutes aloud.
Support your child while responding to text in writing. Check that they are able to demonstrate an understanding of what they read.
Videos
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hv4McHXiMPc
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KnaGQxlggp8&feature=relmfu
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-EOZqU3_RE&feature=related