Prior to reading, students will be able to activate prior knowledge and generate predictions in order to comprehend text.
Over-head projector, multi-media tools: video, books on tape, CD-ROMS, word processor, video disc, film strip, access to the internet (if available)
* teacher selects level-appropriate text
* briefly introduces the story/topic/concept
* activates the student's prior knowledge through text and/or a multi-media approach (see materials
above)
* teacher initiates discussion on topic and record students' responses on the over-head projector
* teacher asks students to predict what the text will be about
* students will record their predictions on word processors and/or tape recorders
See criteria spreadsheet : Students will share connections between personal experiences and the story. Students will record adequate predictions.