Readability: Above Sixth Grade

Possible hard words: Proper names: Chico Weber, Mullanphy ILS School, Andrea Hodges, Michael Bailey, Gateway Michael School, Arielle Weber, Kennard Classical Academy, Thelma Keshinover, Frank Moore, Jr., Yvonne Days, Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Snerdihc

Other words: competition, visualizes, overall, ceremony, mascot, honorable mention

BEFORE READING: Have the young reader read the names and words from the list above.  Provided help as needed.  Then suggest the reader read the article aloud to you.  Indicate that you will help with any words where needed.  Also point out that the article ends with a long list of children’s names and their schools.  Indicate that when that list is reached, you will read the names unless the reader really wants to do so. The article will be discussed after all reading is completed.

DURING READING: Be ready to pronounce any words that impair the young readers fluent reading of the article. 

AFTER READING: Use questions such as the following to stimulate a discussion of the article.

1. What award was presented to Chico Weber?  What had he done?
2. What were the two levels of competition in the contest?
3. What is the purpose behind the art competition?
4. What kind of colored picture would you be likely to draw if you entered the competition?
5. Do you think it is a good idea to have such competitions? Why or why not?