Elastic Mascots

I am learning to -

• Ask higher level questions, such as "why" and "how". These questions go beyond text events and lead to a deeper understanding. L3

• Make predictions and "read between the lines" to get to logical conclusions about a text. L3

I am learning to -

• Make connections and talk about events and themes in the text that are similar to their own life.

• Create mental pictures and describe how they extend understanding of the text. L3

• Know when meaning breaks down and develop several fix-up strategies including re-reading to clarify vocabulary understanding and highlighting key words.

• Read fluently (with focused attention) and have a variety of strategies for making meaning.