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Reading Skills 2013-2014

Join Ms. Harouche and Mrs. Triolo this academic year as we focus on building strong reading skills through diverse informational and literary texts. Our goals include improving comprehension, expanding vocabulary, and fostering critical thinking. Students will engage in various activities such as class dialogue, reading responses, and group discussions. Independent reading is encouraged to solidify skills at home, with monthly reading logs to track progress. For any concerns, feel free to contact us. We are excited for a productive year ahead!

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Reading Skills 2013-2014

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  1. Reading Skills 2013-2014 Ms. Harouche Mrs. Triolo

  2. Course Supplies • Crosswalk Coach Workbooks • Variety of Informational/Literary Texts • Folder • Post-it Notes • Highlighter/Pens/Pencils

  3. Reading Goals • Strengthen both reading and comprehension skills through the use of informational and literary texts • Build confidence by helping students to successfully internalize reading and writing techniques, guiding them to eventual independent use • Enhance student’s vocabulary usage by word walls, context clues, encouragement of replacing “tired” words in their writing with more effective, mature vocabulary • Expand critical thinking skills, utilizing textual evidence through class dialogue, reading responses and small group activities

  4. Topics Include But Not Limited To… Literature Informational Texts Central Idea and Supporting Details Text Structures Steps in a Process Scientific and Technical Texts Graphics Author’s Argument Comparing & Contrasting Informational Texts • Character and Plot • Point of View • Theme and Summary • Figurative Language • Literary Text Structure • Comparing and Contrasting Stories • Making Inferences

  5. Independent Reading • It is strongly encouraged that independent reading be promoted at home. • Even 20 minutes a day can help your child to become a better reader. • Students will be responsible for completing monthly reading logs.

  6. For Your Information • Students will receive comments on progress reports • Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns pertaining to your child’s progress: • Hharouche@islandtrees.org • Rtriolo@islandtrees.org

  7. Extra Help Before/After School By appointment Mrs. Harouche– rm. 214 Mrs. Triolo- rm. 207

  8. Thank you for attending Meet the Teacher Night! We look forward to a successful 2013-2014 school year! -Mrs. Harouche -Mrs. Triolo

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