1475.2, CODE, Slade , The Science of Reading: A Professional Journey Session 2: Meaningful Read-Alouds

Reading aloud to children gives them the opportunity to try on the language and experience of others. Discover how you can make your read-alouds more effective in the classroom.

By the End of This Session You’ll Be Able To

• Describe the relationship between reading aloud to students and listening comprehension, vocabulary, and language skills
• Model ability to read aloud to students to enhance critical thinking, personal reflection, empathy and imagination
• Develop a plan for read-alouds using the K3 START Read framework and lesson planning sheet
• Apply engaging activities that are related to your read-alouds throughout the day

Why It Matters

• Meaningful read-alouds provide opportunities for students to use their schema
• Meaningful read-alouds increase Tier 2 and Tier 3 vocabulary
• Meaningful read-alouds increase listening comprehension
• Meaningful read-alouds provide opportunities for students to improve oral and expressive language skills