August 2003     Vol.4 Issue 8

Suggested lesson plan for
"Illinois sisters follow bike trails"

Possible hard words: Proper names: Courtney Harbison, Tifffany Harbison, Eads Bridge
Other words: refurbished, pedestrian, vehicle, cyclists, scheduled, hostelling

BEFORE READING: Have the young reader read the short list of possible hard words. Because of the nature of the article, ask the child to read it aloud and be ready to discuss it afterward.

DURING READING: Supply words and names fairly quickly if the child seems to be having difficulty with them in order to keep the reading fluent.

AFTER READING: Use questions such as the following in order to check comprehension and stimulate discussion of the article?

1. What was especially exciting about the Fair St. Louis rice?
2. Why were some rest stops more rewarding than others?
3. What is usually special about the scheduled Trailnet bike rides?
4. Would you have any interest in these Trailnet scheduled rides? Why or why not?