Use reference materials. Discuss underlying theme or message. Distinguish fact from opinion. Distinguish main idea from supporting detail. Question self about nonfiction materials Read in content areas.
Teacher leads discussion about commonly read books.
Teacher guides students to discover their own background knowledge or provides the knowledge prior to reading. Teacher models reflective re-reading. Involves students through discussion of meaning. Students define what word or phrase is causing difficulty with comprehension. Large and small group discussion of theme from literature.