Building Background Knowledge for Reading Comprehension

Why might students struggle with reading comprehension according to the video?

• They prefer watching videos.

• The stories are too long.

• They lack critical background knowledge.

• They are not interested in the story.

What is the first step in the creative activity to build background knowledge?

• Have students write a short story.

• Select three to four short texts related to the unit.

• Watch a documentary about the topic.

• Create a quiz for the students.

How do students use the information from the texts they read?

• They perform a play.

• They design an infographic.

• They create a video presentation.

• They write a book report.

What is one way to challenge advanced learners in this activity?

• Provide curated links for deeper exploration.

• Have them create a podcast.

• Ask them to write a poem.

• Let them teach the class.

What is a key benefit of students creating infographics?

• They memorize facts quickly.

• They learn to draw better.

• They create and reinforce their own understanding.

• They improve their handwriting.