Readability:  Above sixth grade

Possible hard words: Proper names: Meaghan Holley, Nicci Stecich, Lorenzo Romar, Rick Horton, Ronald Reagan, Enrique Camerena, Connie Otto Other words: enforcement, publicity, participate, symbol

BEFORE READING: Have the reader go over the words and names in the list above.  If he or she has trouble only with one or two, suggest he or she read the article silently and be prepared to discuss it.  If three or four words are missed, suggest he or she read the article aloud to you.  If as many as five words are missed, you read the article to the reader.

DURING READING: If the reader is reading the article silently, help with any words if asked for help.  If the reader is reading aloud, help immediately with any words that impair fluency.  If you read the article aloud, model fluent and expressive reading. 

AFTER READING: Use questions such as the following to promote discussion and/or to check for understanding or comprehension. 
 

1. What is the purpose of the Red Ribbon Rally?  How is this purpose accomplished?
2. How did the Red Ribbon Rally get its start?
3. What is the purpose of the tulips?
4. What are some of the other community service activities Meaghan and Nikki participated in?
5. Does you school have any community service projects?  If so, describe them.