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Using Non-fiction Text as Read Alouds: Paired Reading. Presented by Pre-K Literacy Coaches Geneal Matheny, Tina McClanahan, Melissa McDermott, and Katara Nicholson. K-W-L. Presentation Objectives. Learn the importance of using non-fiction text in Pre-K classrooms.
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Using Non-fiction Text as Read Alouds: Paired Reading Presented by Pre-K Literacy Coaches Geneal Matheny, Tina McClanahan, Melissa McDermott, and Katara Nicholson
Presentation Objectives • Learn the importance of using non-fiction text in Pre-K classrooms. • Learn strategies for reading aloud non-fiction and fiction text sets (paired reading). • Discuss ways to use the paired reading strategy in their classrooms. • Develop ways to use graphic organizers to extend learning.
Importance of Non-fiction Texts in Pre-K • Children need concrete experiences. • Children are naturally curious and love learning new things. • Gain background knowledge about a variety of topics. • Contributes to vocabulary development.
Examples of Non-fiction Texts • Magazines • Books • Posters • Newspapers • Teacher made books
Using Non-fiction Text as Read Alouds: Paired Reading • Paired Reading is… • Text sets that include a non-fiction text and a fiction book on a similar topic to enhance student learning.
Planning and Preparing for Paired Reading • When • Pacing guide • Daily schedule
Planning and Preparing for Paired Reading • Determine the Objective • Research the Topic • Select your Text
Planning and Preparing for Non-fiction Read Alouds • Text Selection • Age appropriate length • Clear pictures/photographs • Rich vocabulary • Relates to theme or students interest
Planning and Preparing for Non-fiction Read Alouds • What strategies do you use to plan your story time lessons? ?
Planning and Preparing for Non-fiction Read Alouds • Read the book ahead of time. • Plan your questions and think alouds. • Plan your talking points and explanations. • Plan how you might make connections to the topic throughout the day.
Teaching Children How Non-fiction Works: Before Reading • Explain to the children… • What you are reading. • Why you are reading it. • Let’s write!
Teaching Children How Non-fiction Works: During Reading • Use the natural flow of text to explain unique text features. • Foreshadow any connections to upcoming read-aloud texts. • At the conclusion of the non-fiction read, introduce briefly the fiction texts that correlates.
Teaching Children How Non-fiction Works: After Reading • Use a graphic organizer. • Place paired texts in the classroom. Kitten for a Day
Using Non-fiction Text as Read Alouds: Paired Reading • Let’s see how it’s done… swamps
KWL • What did you learn?
References • Shedd, M.K., & N.K. Duke. 2008. The Power of Planning Developing Effective Read-Alouds. Beyond the Journal: Young Children on the Web. http://www.journal.naeyc.org • Taberski, Sharon. 2001. Fact and fiction read aloud. http://content.scholastic.com/browse/article.jsp?id=3344 • Lane, H. Wright, T. (2007). Maximizing the effectiveness of reading aloud. The Reading Teacher, 60, 668-675.
Using Non-fiction Text as Read Alouds: Paired Reading Presented by Pre-K Literacy Coaches Geneal Matheny, Tina McClanahan, Melissa McDermott, and Katara Nicholson