Step 2- In Pre-K & K before I read the story, the class and I look at the pictures and I ask questions. The students make predictions about the story, and connect what is happening in the pictures to real life experiences.
Step 4- I read the story and stop often to model think aloud strategies. I continue to ask the students questions and have them not only give an answer, but tell how they came to that conclusion.
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I have taught my Special Education students to do these same tatics with Genia's students. Since I incorporate these into my classes, my students have learned how to do the same with the younger students. I have instructed them on these techniques, so when her students come to read to them, they can follow through with the teaching methods they are using in the classroom.
This cross teaching method helps both of our students learn and practice needed skills. It really helps my Special Education students to be able to listen to the younger students, because they want to make an impression for the younger students. They enjoy being an example for them and adds to their self esteem.
We often stop to discuss the story while we are reading but we don't as a rule ask the students to predict what they think the book is about. I think that is a great idea. We will have them on occasion give a story a different ending. That can get lively at times.
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