Reading

For reading we have been working on identifying story elements. You can discuss story elements with your child. They include: the title and author of the story, the setting: when or where the story takes place, the characters: who the main characters in the story are, the problem or problems in the story and the solution. Which tells how the problem(s) are solved. By this point your child should be able to answer those story element questions. It reflects their ability to recall information and determines their level of comprehension. As your child progresses in their reading level, comprehension will become a bigger focus. That's why it's important now to help your child with understanding their reading. Fluency is a big indicator as to whether or not your child will comprehend what they read. Fluency deals with how smooth your child reads and the rate or speed they read. Phrasing and expression also play an important role in fluency.