How do kids learn to read? Three widely used infographics try to answer that question, but they leave out some crucial information.
, it “can give the false impression that comprehension is comparable to [the other pillars] in terms of its complexity and the way it is best taught and measured.
But the standard approach is to have kids practice a comprehension “skill of the week,” using texts on random topics that are easy for them to read on their own. This goes on year after year, even though the studies have generally lasted only six weeks or less. That’s a waste of precious time, and it doesn’t equip kids to understand the kind of complex text they’ll be expected to read at higher grade levels.
Teachers may understand that background knowledge is important to comprehension, but they usually haven’t been informed about the importance ofit. One common comprehension strategy is to “activate” background knowledge. For example, before reading a book about a family reunion, a teacher might ask students if they’ve ever been to one.
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