Suggested lesson plan for
"Teen has had success, hopes for more"

Possible hard words:

Proper names: Vanessa Orf, Marthasville, Mo., Missouri Department of Conservation, Joel Porath, Busch Conservation Area, Henges, New Melle

Other words: lottery, opportunities, mentor, pheasants, migration, precedent, biologist

BEFORE READING: Have the young reader read the list of possible hard words. Provide help where needed, but keep track of how many items require your help. If no more than three require help, have the child read the article silently. If four to six require help, have the child read the article aloud to you. If seven or more require help, you offer to read the article aloud to the child. In all three instances, point out that questions will be raised after the reading.

DURING READING: For the silent reader, offer to help with any words if asked. For the one reading aloud, supply any troublesome words fairly promptly in order to keep the reading fluent. If you read aloud, model smooth, fluent oral reading.

AFTER READING: Use questions to check comprehension and stimulate discussion of the article. Examples follow.