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September 2004 Vol.5 Issue 9
Suggested
lesson plan for "Ballwin
Boy has fine tennis summer"
Possible hard
words: Proper names: Brandon Davis, Zane Simmons, Oklahoma,
Frontenac Racket Club, Mac MacDonald. Andy Roddick, Roger
Federer
Other words: entrants, competitive, confidence, consistent,
tendency
BEFORE READING:
Ask the young reader to read the list of names and words,
providing any help if needed. Since the article is fairly
easy reading, ask the young reader to read it aloud to you.
Point out that questions will be raised after the reading.
DURING READING:
If any words seem to inhibit reading fluency, supply their
pronunciation fairly quickly.
AFTER READING:
Use questions such as the following to check comprehension
and stimulate a discussion of the article.
- What was unusual
about Brandon's reporting his single best experience?
- Why do you
think Brandon's parents played some part in his becoming
interested in tennis?
- What kind
of player does Brandon say gives him the most trouble?
- Are you interested
in tennis? Why or why not?
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