What’s Your Reading Superpower?
Slide 1: Introduce the concept of reading superpowers. Emphasize that every student has unique strategies and strengths when it comes to reading. Ask a rhetorical question: 'What’s your reading superpower?'
Slide 2: Present different reading strategies using vibrant visuals (using provided colors: #32CD32, #7FFF00, #ADFF2F) to highlight each strategy.
Slide 3: Show examples or scenarios where each reading strategy is applied effectively. Encourage students to think of times they used similar techniques.
Slide 4: Transition to the Strategy Swap activity - briefly explain that students will exchange their successful reading strategies with peers today.
Slide 2: Dive into what makes each student's reading process special. Use bold visuals and short bullet points for clarity.
Talking points:
- Variety of strategies: visualization, questioning, predicting, summarizing.
- Each color represents a unique approach.
- Ask students to think: 'Which strategy do I feel most connected to?'
Invite brief discussion after each point.
Slide 3: Present real-life examples or fictional scenarios where reading strategies are applied. This slide should prompt a thoughtful discussion about why these strategies work.
Talking points:
- Example scenario reading a mystery or adventure text
- How anticipating plot twists or visualizing scenes can enhance understanding
- Ask the class to share similar experiences
Get Ready for the Strategy Swap!
Slide 4: Introduce the next component of the lesson, the Strategy Swap activity. Clearly explain what students will be doing (exchanging successful strategies in small groups) and mention that they’ll later share insights with the class.
Talking points:
- Group activity instructions
- Reminders to be respectful and encouraging
- Set a timer for group discussions
