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| Which subject | Reading |
| What topic | Comprehension |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Doesn't matter |
| Class size | 20 |
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| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Comprehension
Elementary/Middle School (Grades 3-8)
Reading
20 students
30 minutes
This lesson aligns with the Common Core State Standards for Reading: Literature and Reading: Informational Text by focusing on key ideas, details, and the integration of knowledge and ideas.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 5 mins | Briefly introduce the concept of comprehension and its importance in reading. Discuss why understanding a text is crucial. |
| 2 | Guided Reading | 10 mins | Read the selected short story or article together as a class. Pause periodically to ask questions about the text and clarify meanings. |
| 3 | Independent Reading | 5 mins | Students read the text again independently, encouraging them to highlight or note key points. |
| 4 | Comprehension Questions | 5 mins | Distribute comprehension questions aligned with the text. Give students time to answer independently. |
| 5 | Class Discussion | 3 mins | Facilitate a brief discussion on the answers to the comprehension questions without calling on individual students to present. Encourage voluntary contributions and ensure all voices are heard. |
| 6 | Homework Assignment | 2 mins | Assign related reading comprehension practice from the textbook. Explain that students will submit their work without presentations next class. |
Complete the assigned reading comprehension practice in the textbook. Students will submit their work for review without presenting it in front of the class.