Children who are becoming readers start to focus on favorite genre, series, and authors. Some are more willing to experiment with different literary elements, styles, and genre. Starting in fourth grade, many students are expected to read textbook sections and reference materials independently. They are often held accountable for their reading on tests. In addition, they are expected to be able to take notes from references to help them write reports.
Some children experience pressure from the textbook reading, report writing, and test-taking.
These students start experiencing a need for study strategies.