Notice & Note Signposts

Reading Strategies for 3rd Grade

• Welcome to our presentation on "Notice & Note Signposts".
• These strategies will help you become better readers!

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Standards & Goals

Our Standards

• Understanding literary text using RL.3.4 language.

I Can Statements

• ✔️ I can identify the main idea in a story.
• ✔️ I can make connections between texts.
• ✔️ I can ask questions about what I read.

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Signpost Overview

Signposts

• Aha Moment: Recognizing character changes.
• Words of the Wiser: Gaining wisdom from older characters.
• Again and Again: Noticing repeating events.
• Contrast and Contradiction: Seeing differences in character behavior.
• Memory Moment: Recognizing flashbacks.

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Aha Moment

What is an Aha Moment?

• Definition: When characters learn something new!

1. Character is confused.
2. Lightbulb moment occurs.
3. Character shows understanding.

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Words of the Wiser

Wise Words

• Definition: When a wise character gives life advice.

• Example:

  • Wise Character: "Sometimes it's hard to understand others."

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Again and Again

What Does Again and Again Mean?

• Definition: Important ideas or events that happen more than once.

• Examples:

  • "The main character found a mysterious object."
  • "The character kept thinking about a special memory."

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Visual Word Bank

Build Your Vocabulary

• Format: Each box includes word, picture, and translation.

• Examples:

  • Happy – {Image of a smiling face} – Feliz
  • Adventure – {Image of a treasure map} – Aventura

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Practice Examples

Let's Practice!

• Follow the instructions given.
• Use the practice area to write your answers.

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Sentence Frames

Fill in the Blanks!

• Use these frames to help structure your writing:
  • “I notice ___.”
  • “The character feels ___.”

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Movement Guide

Action Time!

• Activities:
  • Jump when you read "Aha!"
  • Clap when you hear "Words of the Wiser."

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Assessment Tools

Check Your Learning!

• Different types of assessments:
  • Multiple-choice quizzes.
  • Group discussions.
  • Written responses.

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Partner Work

Collaborate!

1. Pair up with a partner.
2. Share your thoughts on the story.
3. Use role cards for guidance.

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Success Checklist

Are You Ready?

• Checklist:
  • ☐ I can identify signposts in my reading.
  • ☐ I can explain what they mean.

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Resource Links

Further Exploration

• Click on the buttons for extra resources:
  • Video tutorials.
  • Interactive quizzes.

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You're a Signpost Expert!

Congratulations!

• You have learned about signposts in reading.
• Keep using these strategies to improve your skills!

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Presentation Notes:

• Use a kid-friendly font size of at least 24pt.
• Ensure high contrast colors for readability.
• Include visual supports with alt text on images.
• Maintain consistent theme and animation styles throughout.
• Allow for interactive elements where applicable.
• Encourage discussion and group activities to support learning.

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