Monthly Archives: January 2017

Chunking Text: 3 Simple Steps

Posted on January 17, 2017 by Rita K.

Out of the many valuable strategies we use to enhance reading comprehension, “Chunking the text” is my favorite one. Chunking text simply means you take it a little bit at a time. When I teach this strategy, I like to … Continue reading →

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Previewing Informational Text

Posted on January 11, 2017 by Rita K.

For most students, informational text (or non-fiction) can be more difficult to comprehend than fictional text. Familiarity with story structure and a clear sequence of events aids understanding of narratives. With its often unfamiliar topics, academic vocabulary, and weighty concepts, … Continue reading →

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Previewing Fictional Text

Posted on January 2, 2017 by Rita K.

A new week, a new month, a new year and a new series of posts on Nurturing Literacy. I think it’s important for parents to have a general understanding of the “best practices” used in Education today and be able … Continue reading →

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