Improving K-3 Reading Comprehension

Teach Comprehension Strategies

Teach students reading comprehension strategies using carefully selected texts.


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How can I work with our teachers to incorporate more comprehension strategy instruction in their teaching?

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Do a self-assessment.

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Teacher Self-Assessment: Gradual Release of Responsibility


Use this tool to introduce teachers to the idea of a “gradual release of responsibility,” to help them assess their own practice, and to explore teaching examples they might want to adapt for their classrooms.