Text Sets . These are sets of books related to a common element or topic. Each student may read a different book related to the topic. Like genre study, this activity enables all children to read about the same topic regardless of their achievement levels. Paired Reading .
Students work with partners to read a text.
Paired reading provides students with meaningful oral reading practice and helps develop fluency in a nonthreatening way. Back to top Michael F. Opitz is an associate professor of reading and language arts, University of Southern Colorado, Pueblo, an author, and a former elementary school teacher. Read our Privacy Policy Statement .