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September 2004 Vol.5 Issue 9
Suggested
lesson plan for "Local
kids' artwork helps Glennon kids"
Possible hard
words: Proper names: Kara Boschert, Claire Mueller, Eugene
Morganthaler, Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital, Hanukkah,
Kwansaa, Chorale, Dimensions Dance Studio, Appalachian Trail
Other words: finalist, commemorate, menorah, animation, doodling
BEFORE READING:
Have the young reader read the list of names and words. Provide
help as needed. Ask the child to read the article aloud to
you and be prepared to discuss it.
DURING READING:
Provide any words fairly quickly that seem to be impairing
fluent reading.
AFTER READING:
Use questions such as the following to check comprehension
and stimulate a discussion of the article.
- What is the
purpose of the design contest?
- What was unusual
about Eugene's holiday drawing?
- What other
activities do some of the contestants get involved in?
- Would you
enjoy designing a holiday card? Why or why not?
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