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A related extension activity before, during, or after a read-aloud can help students connect or extend their prior knowledge to the text being read and discussed (Hoyt, 1999). To help students become proficient readers and thinkers, it is necessary to teach them a handful of highly effective literacy strategies, such as techniques to use before ...
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Sep 19, 2023 · We’ll follow the journey of elementary teacher Mrs. Ball as she creates an interactive read aloud lesson plan using the book The Invisible Boy by Tracy Ludwig. Through this process, we’ll learn how to select a book, determine learning objectives, and create extension activities that deepen students’ understanding and engagement with the text.
An interactive read aloud is a powerful way to engage all your students in a book while teaching important strategies. Let’s walk through the steps of creating an interactive read aloud lesson for your class. I’m sharing all of this information on video as well! Check out the Planning an Interactive Read Aloud video on my Youtube channel.
Blog. Classroom Read Aloud Strategies That Get (And Keep) Students Engaged. Written by Victoria (Teach Starter) Updated 3 years ago | 4 min read. Reading books out loud to your class is a cornerstone of elementary literacy building.
START guide read aloud lesson plans include everything you need for an engaging and effective read aloud: think alouds, open-ended questions, vocabulary, extension activities, and DLL visual aids for three repeated reads.
