Teaching the Lessons (continued) Read Aloud
The central activity of every lesson is the whole-group read-aloud. Read-aloud books are explored over a minimum of two lessons. In upper grades, chapter book read- alouds may span up to six lessons. In the two-lesson model, the first lesson features an uninterrupted shared reading of the entire text. The second lesson features a “Go Deep” discussion of the text. The typical two-lesson Read Aloud activity follows this routine: Before Reading Provide background knowledge as needed to support comprehension (Day 1). In the following lesson, have campers recap the previous lesson’s reading. Read the Book Uninterrupted read-aloud with Drop-In Vocabulary (Day 1). In the next lesson, campers recap the read-aloud, followed by a “Go Deep” discussion of the book. After Reading Campers jot down what they noticed and wondered during the reading and provide the gist of the reading. Embedded in each Read Aloud section are several point-of-use supports, including: • Multilingual Learners These are offered at four key points in each lesson— vocabulary, fluency, writing, and Bunk Time—ensuring that all campers can understand the text and participate in writing and talking about it. • Read-Aloud Tips These tips suggest ways for you to make your read-aloud more lively and engaging to captivate campers and hold their interest. • Spotlight on Language These features focus on interesting words or turns of phrase, idioms, figures of speech, syntax, or text features. “Go Deep” Discussion Routines A guided whole-group discussion of the text deepens student comprehension, develops critical thinking skills, builds knowledge, and leads campers to the essential understanding or knowledge goals of the book. These discussions provide an opportunity for campers to practice important speaking and listening skills while engaging in high-level discourse with their peers. Discussion prompts and questions are followed by possible student responses. You may choose to open all or parts of your discussions to the whole group, or have partners turn and talk, then ask volunteers to share with the group. Either way, encourage all campers to participate and share their ideas.
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