Reading & Writing

Phonics/Decoding:

Lexia (Focus on decoding, sight words, spelling, comprehension)

Freckle (Focus on the following sections: Word Study, Decodables, Sight Words)

OG Card Deck app (Multi-sensory flashcard approach)

Comprehension:

Freckle (Focus on the following sections: Library, Skills Practice)

NewsELA (Current events, informational text at varied readability levels)

Pixar Shorts (Though not reading passages, an engaging way to practice comprehension skills)

Raz Kids accounts have been coordinated through your child's classroom teacher.

Off Line Practice:

• Read 20-30 minutes a day. Use books on tape, podcasts, picture books, graphic books, novels! Read together as a family. Read in a cozy place. Read outside.

• After reading, talk about what you have read. Here is one link to questions for literature and informational text. Other questions can always include:

  • • • How would you describe the character? (character traits)

      • Why do you think the character did _____? (character motivation)

      • What is the lesson or message that the author wants the reader to understand? (theme)

      • Do you enjoy this book? Why or why not?

      • For any question, encourage your child to give you their reason, based on information from the text! They can even point to the page that made them have the idea!

Fluency:

Novel Effect app (Read aloud modeling, interactive read aloud opportunities)

Off Line Practice:

Information for students and parents regarding building reading fluency.

Tips to build fluency:

-Pick a passage to practice.

-Talk about new or unfamiliar words.

-Scoop phrases and/or multi-syllabic words.

-Highlight punctuation and discuss how to change their voice/pause when they reach the punctuation.

-Practice reading the passage several times. This is the perfect opportunity to video tape yourself for the first and last reading. Look to see how your reading improves! You can practice with your pets, family members, yourself in your room, or even call a friend to read to them!

Reminder: Fluency isn't just about speed! But the quality of the phrasing, use of expression, and attention to punctuation.

Reader's Theater is another fun way for the family to get involved. Here is a link to some different scripts!

Written Expression:

The best practice for your child is to write daily. Ideas for writing are listed below, though the options are endless.

• Journal -- What did they do each day? What have they learned? How are they feeling?

• Pen Pals -- Send emails or letters to friends! Share information about themselves! Ask questions.

• Reading Responses -- Write in a notebook, to a friend, to a teacher, or even to a librarian! What books are they reading? What do they think? Would they recommend the book? Biblionasium is an excellent website for your child to log their books and write reviews.