Reading Strategies

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What does it mean to find a 'JUST RIGHT' book?

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A 'JUST RIGHT' book is one where you can retell what you read and make connections to the content.

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What is visualization in reading?

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Visualization is the ability to see what's happening in your mind as you read.

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How can you improve your understanding of a story?

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You can improve understanding by predicting what will happen next, pausing to check comprehension, and retelling the main parts.

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What should you do when you encounter an unknown word while reading?

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You should use context clues in the text to help figure out the meaning of the word.

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What does it mean to connect while reading?

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Connecting means relating the text to yourself, other texts, and the world around you.

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What is the purpose of predicting in reading?

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Predicting helps you anticipate what might happen next in the story.

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Why is it important to pause and check comprehension?

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Pausing to check comprehension ensures you understand what you've just read.

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints found within a sentence or paragraph that help you understand the meaning of an unknown word.

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How can making connections enhance reading comprehension?

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Making connections can deepen understanding and make the text more relatable and memorable.

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What is the role of retelling in reading?

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Retelling helps reinforce memory and understanding of the main ideas and events in the text.