Suggested lesson plan for
"Teen runs babysitting like a business"

Possible hard words:

Proper names: Ashley Heryford, Francis Howell Middle School, Duke University's Talent Identification Program, Detroit, Mich., Kansas University Medical School, Lawrence

Other words: indication, accomplishments, routine, competitive, mediator, dissection

BEFORE READING: In order to determine how easy or how difficult the article is likely to be for a young reader, have him or her read the list of possible hard words. Provide help with the names and words as needed, but keep track of how many items require your help. If no more than three items require your assistance, have the young reader read the article silently. If four to six require help, have the child read the article aloud to you. If seven or more pose problems, you volunteer to read the article aloud. In all three instances, point out questions will be raised afterward.

DURING READING: For the silent reader, simply offer to help with any names or words if asked for help. For the one reading aloud, supply words fairly promptly that appear to be impairing reading 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.