Suggested lesson plan for
"Local golfer in U.S. Kids world meet"

Possible hard words:

Proper names: Mitchell Rutledge, Whitfield School, Eagle Springs Golf Course, Pinehurst, Arnold Palmer, Shawn Henry, St. Albans, Fort Wayne, Ind., Quincy, Ill., Innsbrook, Ernie Els, Retief Goosen

Other words: fabulous, destination, estimates, consistent, demeanor, tempo, restaurants

BEFORE READING: Have the young reader read the names and words from the possible hard words list. Provide help where needed, but keep track of the number of times help is required. If no more than three of the items from the list require your help, ask him or her to read the article silently. If four to six items require assistance, ask the child to read the article aloud to you. If seven or more items are problems, you volunteer to read the article aloud. Point out questions will be asked after the reading in all three instances.

DURING READING: For the silent reader, simply point out that you will help with any names or words if asked for help. For the one reading aloud, supply any words fairly promptly that seem to be impairing reading fluency. If you read aloud, model smooth, fluent oral reading.

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