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August 2001 Vol.2 Issue 8
Suggested
lesson plan for "New
recognition for 'improving' kid musicians"
Readability: Above
sixth grade level
Possible hard
words:
Proper names: Ashley Grass, CLASSIC99 Radio, AmerenUE Bright
Star, Tricia Oates, Barrington Elementary School, Hazelwood
School District, Chicago, John Muerer
Other words: initiatives, recognizes, performances, audience,
ordinarily, nominations, website, announcements
BEFORE READING:
Have the young reader read the names and words from the list.
If no more than three cause a problem, suggest the child read
the article silently. If four to six are missed, suggest the
child read the article aloud to you. If seven or more terms
are missed, offer to read the article aloud to the young reader.
Indicate in all cases that questions will be raised at the
end of the reading.
DURING READING:
For the child reading silently, indicate that you will help
with any words if asked. For the child reading aloud, quickly
provide any words that impair fluency. If you read aloud,
model smooth and expressive reading.
AFTER READING:
Raise questions such as the following in order to check for
understanding and to promote discussion.
- What is the
purpose of the awards in the Bright Star program?
- What is Ashley's
favorite instrument and why did she take it up?
- What does
the director demand of the players in the band?
- What do the
Bright Star winners get for winning the award?
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