Wow, March Break just flew by! Here are some pictures of our recent school Book Character Day! We had a blast at school, the kids were so excited to see each other and all the staff dressed up!
Tip from Growing Book by Book:
“Understanding a story is one piece of becoming a proficient reader. The skill of comprehending can be developed long before kids read on their own. Talking about books with kids is a great way for kids to learn about retelling a story, identifying components of a story, and making connections with books. After you read a story to the kids, periodically stop and ask your kids to tell you what they think will happen next. If a story reminds you of something, share that thinking with your kids. Ask open-ended questions about stories and encourage your kids to tell you ‘why’ when they give you an answer. Periodically ‘notice’ something about the story as you read as a model for your kids.”
Building Comprehension: Asking Questions While Reading – Growing Book by Book