Remember that students with reading disabilities need to know how to sound out unfamiliar words. Provide a variety of book and other reading choices for students. Provide daily reading opportunities individually, small group, at home, and with the teacher. Discuss the reading materials which the students read through guided discussions. Book talks, library visits, book fairs, favorite author discussions.
Teacher provides regularly scheduled silent reading time.
Teacher models silent reading. Provide regular library exposure for students to choose books to read. Instruct students on how to use a library system. Question them on their use of strategies. Check students' use of blending skills.