Reading With Your Child Warwick Bridge School

Reading comprehension Comprehension The ability to read text, process it and understand its meaning. Interestingly, the same processes underlie comprehension of both oral and written language.

3 Aspects of Reading Comprehension Reading fluency Vocabulary Hearing good role models

What is fluency in reading? Why is fluency important? Reading Fluency What is fluency in reading? Why is fluency important?

Reading Fluency Reading fluency is the ability to read: Accurately; Quickly; Expressively.

Reading Fluency Research findings Oral reading fluency refers to translating letters to sounds and sounds to words. It strongly correlates with good reading comprehension. 9 out of 10 children with reading comprehension difficulties have problems with fluency. Silent reading is best reserved for average and more able readers.

Reading Fluency Practical strategies Guided reading – being heard to read. Repeated re-reading of short, meaningful texts – there is good evidence to support this. Playreading and performance. Performance poetry. Opportunities to read to audiences. Listening to good role models.

Reading Fluency Summary Children’s reading fluency can be improved by: Having a strong grasp of phonics; Being exposed to a wide range of vocabulary; Being listened to when reading; Repeated reading of the same short texts. Hearing adults or older siblings reading.

Vocabulary Vocabulary refers to the words children need to know to comprehend and communicate.

Vocabulary Research Findings on the Need for Wide Vocabulary Good vocabulary is the most powerful pre-school predictor of early reading comprehension. Genetic inheritance has far less influence on vocabulary than parental interactions and environmental (school) influences. Word knowledge has a lifelong impact on thinking, speaking, reading and writing. Children with delayed or poor vocabulary do not catch up without extended levels of intervention.

Vocabulary Explicit teaching of new vocabulary. Two Approaches to Teaching Vocabulary Explicit teaching of new vocabulary. Exposure to a rich language environment, with opportunities to hear and confidently experiment with new words.

Vocabulary Summary Good vocabulary has a very significant impact on comprehension. Word knowledge impacts on many aspects of life. Opportunities to hear and use new words is valuable.

Good Role Models The Importance of Reading Aloud to Children. Exposes children to texts and ideas significantly above their reading level. Models fluent, expressive and accurate reading. Instils a love of reading and a love of literature in our children.

Good Role Models Read harder texts. Read texts closely and rigorously. 3 Key Messages About Reading Aloud to Children Read harder texts. Read texts closely and rigorously. Read more non-fiction more effectively. Reading Reconsidered: Doug Lemov (2016)

Good Role Models What is Prosody? The study of the patterns of rhythm and sound in spoken language. The study of the patterns of stress and intonation in spoken language.

Good Role Models Herts for Learning: KS2 Reading Fluency Project (2016-7) Early findings suggest that sessions of guided oral reading focusing on prosody improve reading comprehension for non-fluent readers.

Good Role Models Summary Read harder texts, out loud, to children. Read expressively, thinking about our use of voice.

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Overall Summary – What Can You Do To Support Your Child’s Reading? Practise phonics and sight reading. Don’t hold back with spoken vocabulary. Listen to them read and ask questions about what they have read. Encourage them to read the same short text more than once. Read to them with an emphasis on expression in your voice.