Inferring: Reading Between the Lines Isn't Just for Reading Class

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The reading strategy known as inferring is also one of the six basic process skills in science. How to apply the strategy in teaching K-5 reading and science is explained in this article from the free, online magazine Beyond Weather and the Water Cycle. The magazine is designed to prepare elementary teachers to teach climate science concepts while integrating inquiry-based science and literacy instruction.

Material Type: Teaching/Learning Strategy

Author: Jessica Fries-Gaither

Reading Is Fundamental Lesson Plans

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Find lesson plans centered around books - with options to search by grade level or lexile level

Material Type: Lesson

Author: Reading is Fundamental

Reading Comprehension Student Template: Question-Answer Relationship

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This template is an instructional tool that can be used to guide elementary students (grades 2-5) through the reading strategy of questioning. The template is based on the Question-Answer Relationship (QAR) approach in which students classify questions according to type and then provide answers from text. The template was designed to be used with the Feature Story, The Dance of Life, by students in grades 2-5. It is a PDF document that can be copied and distributed to students.

Material Type: Student Guide

Author: Jessica Fries-Gaither

ReadWorks

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Readworks provides FREE content, curriculum, and tools to power teaching and learning from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Caryn Kelly from Soita discusses how to use this tool for online learning.

Material Type: Teaching/Learning Strategy