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December 2004 Vol.5 Issue 12
Suggested
lesson plan for "Young
violinist has busy, varied life"
Possible hard
words: Proper names: Holly Jenkins, Principia College, Alaska,
Elsah, Ill., Costa Rica, Rachel Crandell, Amy Oshiro, Rottweiler
Other words: audition, recital, affiliate, environmental,
critiqued, intonation
BEFORE READING:
To obtain an idea of how easy or how difficult this article
might be for the young reader, have him or her read the list
of possible hard words. Provide help where needed and keep
track of words and names that do require assistance. If no
more than three items called for help, have the young reader
read the article silently. If four to six items called for
help, have the young reader read the article aloud to you.
If seven or more caused problems, you offer to read the article
aloud. In all instances, point out that questions will be
raised afterward.
DURING READING:
For the silent reader, offer to supply any words if asked.
For the child reading aloud, supply any words fairly quickly
that seem to be impairing reading fluency. If you read aloud,
model fluent oral reading.
AFTER READING:
Use questions such as these to check for understanding and
to stimulate discussion.
- In regard
to Holly's family, why is it correct to say that her musical
talent may come naturally?
- What unusual
occupation did Holly's father try for a time?
- Why was Holly
in Costa Rica for one summer?
- Do you have
an interest in anything that might compare with Holly's
music? Explain.
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