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December 2006 Vol. 7 Issue 12

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Suggested lesson plan for
"Kids, adults sometimes vote differently"

Possible hard words:

Proper names: Jim Talent, Claire McCaskill, Susan Montee, Sandra Thomas, Lacey Clay, Mark Byrne, Todd Akin, Russ Carnahan, David Bertelsen, Kenny Hulshof, Duane Burghard, Libertarian, Progressive Party

Other words: conclusions, whopping, incumbent, margin, tallied

BEFORE READING: Have the young reader read the names and words from the list. Help with pronunciations as needed. Then ask the child to read the article aloud to you and be prepared to answer questions and discuss the article.

DURING READING: Provide pronunciations fairly promptly for any names or words that seem to be impairing reading fluency.

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

  1. On what issue did the kids differ from the adults in the last election?
  2. Describe how Kids Voting Missouri is conducted.
  3. How did the kids voting differ from adults in terms of minor candidates?
  4. Would you like to participate in Kids Voting Missouri the next time around? Why or why not?

Suggested lesson plan for
"A unique bike club at Compton-Drew"

Possible hard words:

Proper names: Riona Wade, Dolphin Bike Club, Mimi Deem, Kyle Sipe, Mongoose bike, Principia College, Elsah, Ill., Kyesha Wilson, Bridget Donahee, Katy Trail, Amtrak

Other words: motivated, stimulant, academic, mechanics, vehicle, conditioning, unique

BEFORE READING: There are eighteen items on the possible hard words list. Have the young reader read the items while you provide any help needed. Keep track of the number of items that require your help. If no more than three are problems, ask the child to read the article silently. If four to six items are problems, have the child read the article aloud to you. If seven or more items are problems, you volunteer to read the article aloud. In each case, point out that questions will be raised and the article discussed after reading.

DURING READING: For the silent reader, point out that you will help out if asked for help. For the one reading aloud, supply problem words fairly quickly in an effort to keep the reading fluent. If you read aloud, model fluent, expressive oral reading.

AFTER READING: Use questions to assess comprehension and to stimulate discussion of the article.

  1. What is unusual about the Dolphin Bike club?
  2. What can the kids count on if something goes wrong on one of their trips?
  3. What would be special about the bike route in the planned Ohio trip?
  4. Would you find such a club to be academically motivating at your school? Why or why not?

Suggested lesson plan for
"Kids' film topic: Should Pluto be a planet?""

Possible hard words:

Proper names: Max Highsmith, Kathryn Bradley, Nicholas Willig, Terri Moore, Huntsville, Ala., Pluto, Dan Motion, Webster University

Other words: colonizing, claymation, galaxy, videography, audience, dinosaurs, guitar, orchestra, cello

BEFORE READING: In order to assess how easy or difficult the article might be for a young reader, have him or her read the list of possible hard words. Provide help as needed, but keep track of the number of items requiring your assistance. If no more than three items require help, ask the child to read the article silently. If four to six items require help, have him or her read the article aloud to you. If seven or more require help, you volunteer to read the article aloud. In all three instances point out questions will be asked after the reading.

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

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

  1. What is the goal of the kids in their producing a movie?
  2. What seems to be the major skill that the kids say is required to produce a good movie?
  3. What are some of the types of films the kids have produced?
  4. Would you be interested in producing movies like these kids do? Why or why not?

Suggested lesson plan for
"A chance for a 2008 summer concert tour in Europe"

Possible hard words:

Proper names: Rebecca Lubiewski, Liechtenstein, Robert Gifford, Bob Altman, Frank Hartfield, Jr., Erica Mills, Baskin-Robbins, Javonni McGlarrin, Thames, River, Garrett Hermann, Alyssa Crapin, Crans-Montana, Sarah Coats, Krista Bulva, Queen Elizabeth

Other words: endorsement, recruited, hilarity, fondue, embarrassment

BEFORE READING: Have the young reader read the list of names and words. Provide help as needed, but keep track of the number of items requiring your assistance. If no more than three items require help, ask the child to read the article silently. If four to six require help, have him or her read the article aloud to you. If seven or more are problems, you offer to read the article aloud. In all three instances, point out that questions will be raised afterward.

DURING READING: For the silent reader provide words if asked for help. For the one reading aloud, supply words fairly quickly in order to keep the reading fluent. If you read aloud, model expressive and fluent oral reading.

AFTER READING: Use questions to check understanding and promote discussion of the article. Examples follow.

  1. What did all the kids have to do if they were chosen to take the European trip?
  2. What were some of the ways that kids raised money for the trip?
  3. What were some of the experiences that the kids remembered from visiting Europe?
  4. Would you like a chance to visit Europe with a group of kids? Why or why not?

Suggested lesson plan for
"AAU wrestling practice starts for young kids"

Possible hard words:

Proper names: Daniel Skoglund, Rockwood-Lindbergh Wrestling Club, Sperring Middle School, Michael Baer, Dave Streibig, Christ Colona, Danny Stackle, Dylan Heiney

Other words: opponent, tournament, interferes

BEFORE READING: To help anticipate names and words to be met in the article have the young reader read the list of possible hard words. Help with pronunciations where needed. Then ask him or her to read the article aloud to you and be ready to discuss it afterward.

DURING READING: Supply any words fairly quickly that seem to be impairing reading fluency.

AFTER READING: To check comprehension and promote discussion of the article use questions such as the following.

  1. What does an "escape" appear to be in wrestling?
  2. Why are smaller wrestling clubs less effective than larger ones?
  3. What seems to be the attraction to wrestling for some boys?
  4. Do you have any interest in wrestling either as a participant or a spectator? Why or why not?

Suggested lesson plan for
"Ladue kid shows talent in original play"

Possible hard words:

Proper names: Leonardo Di Cera, Conway Elementary School, Don Gato, Apogee, Enrico Di Cera, Nancy Tinsley, Hurricane Katrina, Ladue Horton Watkins High School

Other words: previously, restart, commercial, exemplary, donations, bilingual

BEFORE READING: Have the young reader read the list of possible hard words. Provide help as needed while keeping track of the number of items requiring your assistance. If no more than three items are problems, ask the child to read the article silently. If four to six items are problems, have the child read the article aloud to you. If seven or more items are problems, you offer to read the article aloud. In all three of these cases, point out that there will be questions over the article after the reading.

DURING READING: For the silent reader, simply offer to supply any names or words if asked. For the child reading aloud, supply any words fairly promptly that seem to be impairing fluency. If you read aloud, model fluent oral reading.

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

  1. What did Leonardo do to win state and national awards for his school?
  2. What did Leonardo do first before deciding to get back into sports and service activities at his new school?
  3. What two things did Leonardo do that showed his interest in airplane travel?
  4. Do you think Leonardo will be successful in his work as an adult? Why or why not?

Suggested lesson plan for
"Luke Downen plans holiday service project"

Possible hard words:

Proper names: Luke Downen, Mexico, Grace Christian Academy, Nancy Ratzlaff, Christian High School, University of Missouri - Rolla, Operation Christmas Child

Other words: accomplishments, nomination, vinegar, remote, stationary, smudge, allocated, tithe

BEFORE READING: Have the young reader read the items from the list of possible hard words. Provide help as needed, but keep track of the number of items requiring your assistance. If no more than three required help, ask the child to read the article silently. If four to six items were problems, ask him or her to read the article aloud to you. If seven or more items were troublesome, you offer to read the article aloud. In all three cases point out questions will be raised afterward.

DURING READING: For the silent reader, simply point out that you will help out with names or words if asked. For the one reading aloud, supply words fairly quickly to keep the oral reading fluent. If you read aloud, model fluent, expressive oral reading.

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

  1. What have Luke and his family signed up to do on a mission trip this year?
  2. What was unusual about Luke's decision to run for vice-president at Grace Christian Academy?
  3. What are Luke's college plans?
  4. Describe as many of Luke's activities as you can remember.

 

 

 

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