September 2003     Vol.4 Issue 9

Suggested lesson plan for "Young
tennis player excelled this year"

Possible hard words: Proper names: Michelle Kedzierski, Boca Raton, Fla., Bill Kress, St. Joseph Academy, St. Ambrose Catholic School, Justine Henin-Hardenne, Serena Williams, Alexandria Lehman
Other words: tournament, consistency, opponents, competitors

BEFORE READING: To make reading the article somewhat easier for the young reader, have him or her read the list of possible hard words as you help with any troublesome words. Afterward, ask the child to read the entire article aloud to you. Point out before reading that questions will be asked later about the article.

DURING READING: Provide any troublesome words fairly quickly in order to keep the oral reading as fluent as possible.

AFTER READING: Use questions similar to these in order to check comprehension and to promote a discussion of the article.

1. Why is Michelle's success against older players a good sign for the future?
2. Why does Michelle especially like the Belgian pro Justine Henin-Hardenne?
3. What is the advantage that tennis players from California and the South have over mid-western players?
4. Why did Michelle quit playing soccer?