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"reach higher, america overcoming crisis in the u.s. workforce." national commission on adult literacy. 2008. welfare jail life expectancy & health problems why literacy in afterschool programming? parents: are highly confident in afterschool programs’ ability to improve their child’s reading believe literacy-focused afterschool program would have children reading on grade-level barbara bush foundation for family literacy, 2015; annie e. casey foundation, 2015. 88% parents believe afterschool programs with reading and parental involvement can be effective 12% parents believe school is primarily responsible for their children's education take away source: annie e. casey foundation, 2015. increase joy of reading become more independent and confident students select the literacy approach that is most beneficial to ensure progress use the literacy progression chart identify where children's needs are to improve their skills know how children's literacy develops children make better progress when the literacy approach matches their needs. introduction one-to-one small groups whole group ? h o w w h a t ? pre-reading strategies during reading strategies post-reading strategies encourage all of these activities at home share tips with parents and caregivers provide a reading guide when books are sent home communicate with parents about what you are reading and doing with literacy download a family reading tips guide in the reference library of this course close create extensive oral language opportunities ask the readers questions and encourage them to ask questions tell stories, use new words, and exaggerate the meaning with gestures and facial expressions sing songs practice rhymes and play rhyming games discuss books have fun with words through jokes, riddles, and tongue twisters encourage kids to be creative with dress up clothes use hand puppets close after watching the video, click the x to close this screen and then choose another icon. provide a choice of reading materials how can you help a child select a book at the right level? the more exposure kids have to a variety of books, the more likely they are to select books that appeal to them and feel inspired to read, even if the books are a little difficult. identify your kids’ interests identify what your readers would like to learn more about have the child turn to a random page and read aloud or to himself have the child raise one finger each time he gets to a word he doesn’t know what if the child finishes the page and has 5 or fewer fingers up? too easy just right for independent reading good choice if they are interested in the topic and can get some help will need support reading too difficult – encourage the child to save and read later what if the child has 5 fingers up before he finishes reading the page? put the book down close select another book access to a wide variety of books kids need access to a variety of books different reading levels different topics fiction and non-fiction close creating a literacy rich environment access to a wide variety of books access to a wide variety of books provide a choice of reading materials provide a choice of reading materials create extensive oral language opportunities create extensive oral language opportunities encourage all of these activities at home encourage all of these activities at home (click each icon to learn more.) celebrate success student of the day close great work! measure progress do you need to measure progress at the end of the semester, year, or program? yes, you will get the same information about the kids you used at the beginning how do you find out the progress each child has made? ask the school or teachers for test scores schedule an observation of your readers’ literacy ask a mentor or colleague to observe the kids check with parents or the child to see where they see improvement close provide feedback give positive feedback motivate children to keep trying and feel good about their efforts close offer praise offer compliments when they are working very hard to improve their literacy skills close give kids lots of praise and encouragement move at the right pace have work that is a little challenging if a child is improving, what are your next steps? move on to more challenging questions or more difficult books how can you assist a struggling child? step back and go slower or break the work down into smaller steps close select a pace that is not too fast or too slow implement pre, during, and post reading strategies pre-reading strategies find out what the student knows about the topic first explore before you start reading together and make predictions ask questions use the picture walk strategy during reading strategies engage in conversation with the children about the text while reading do not disrupt reading with too many questions check for understanding model what good readers do ask a question or two every couple of pages post-reading strategies have the child summarize what he reads find out if the child understood what happened have the child draw conclusions and make personal connections to the book close select appropriate books or reading program is a guide provides you with expert information on existing programs determine if the program is the best fit for your readers identify the kids’ literacy needs close provides the criteria you need to evaluate an early literacy program choose the best grouping approach identify what the child needs to work on select the best grouping approach 1 the children need to feel comfortable working with other children and adults they trust close 2 know the child’s literacy strengths and needs how can you get information about a child’s reading strengths and needs? 1 2 3 school observations child or parent/caregiver close reading progress (click each icon to learn more.) create an exciting environment tip #13 play audio books tip #12 provide a cozy reading space tip #11 give books or bookstore gift certificates as prizes tip #10 ask the readers about books they are reading tip #9 talk about your own reading tip #8 keep a variety of books out all the time tip #7 label items around the room tip #6 model literacy practices in your setting and encourage parents to do the same at home tip #5 invite parents to come in to read with kids tip #4 host a family literacy event tip #3 send home literacy tips tip #2 let parents know what their children are reading with you tip #1 family engagement (drag the book to learn more.) (drag the book to learn more.) course review kids reading on grade level by the end of 3rd grade have the greatest opportunity for success one-to-one mentoring is the best format to help children who struggle with reading improve their reading skills and practice literacy strategies kids need a variety of books kids make more progress when grouped according to their literacy needs before, during, and after reading strategies are proven to help kids become better readers writing, speaking, listening, and reading are literacy activities steps to provide literacy instruction in your program select an early literacy curriculum using the criteria in the practice guide motivate readers by knowing their interests, providing a literacy rich environment, and engaging family members module 1 module 2 module 3 access the resource library for additional resources. what’s next? in the next module: strategies to help struggling readers 1 close this window and then proceed to the next module. <Document xmlns:xsi="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema-instance" xmlns:xsd="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema"> <Content> <Block> <Style LineSpacing="22" /> <Span Text="Welcome to An Introduction to Early Literacy Strategies for the Afterschool Setting."> <Style FontFamily="Roboto" FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> </Content> </Document> <Document xmlns:xsi="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema-instance" xmlns:xsd="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema"> <Content> <Block> <Style FlowDirection="LeftToRight" LeadingMargin="0" TrailingMargin="0" FirstLineMargin="0" Justification="Left" CustomTabStops="" LineSpacingRule="Multiple" LineSpacing="22" SpacingBefore="0" SpacingAfter="0"> <ListStyle ListType="None" ListTypeFormat="Parentheses" BulletFont="Arial" /> </Style> <Span Text="In this module, we will focus on the need for literacy instruction, literacy progression, and literacy approaches in the afterschool setting.
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"> <Style FontFamily="+minor" FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style LineSpacing="22" SpacingAfter="18" /> <Span Text="They also have a shortened life expectancy and much higher rates of serious health problems like diabetes and heart disease."> <Style FontFamily="+minor" FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> </Content> </Document> <Document xmlns:xsi="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema-instance" xmlns:xsd="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema"> <Content> <Block> <Style FlowDirection="LeftToRight" LeadingMargin="0" TrailingMargin="0" FirstLineMargin="0" Justification="Left" CustomTabStops="" LineSpacingRule="Multiple" LineSpacing="22" SpacingBefore="0" SpacingAfter="18"> <ListStyle ListType="None" ListTypeFormat="Parentheses" BulletFont="Arial" /> </Style> <Span Text="1 in 4 families in the United States use afterschool programs. A recent survey found that parents who have at least one child in an afterschool program are highly confident in afterschool programs’ ability to improve their child’s reading. Over 90% believe that an afterschool program focused on literacy would be able to raise their child’s reading ability on grade-level.
"> <Style FontFamily="+minor" FontSize="11" FontIsBold="False" FontIsItalic="False" FontIsUnderline="False" FontIsStrikeout="False" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style FlowDirection="LeftToRight" LeadingMargin="0" TrailingMargin="0" FirstLineMargin="0" Justification="Left" CustomTabStops="" LineSpacingRule="Multiple" LineSpacing="22" SpacingBefore="0" SpacingAfter="18"> <ListStyle ListType="None" ListTypeFormat="Parentheses" BulletFont="Arial" /> </Style> <Span Text="Parents also have a strong desire to be included in their child’s educational development. Only 12% of parents whose children are enrolled in afterschool programs believe the school is primarily responsible for their children’s education. 88% of parents believe afterschool programming that incorporates reading and parental involvement can be very effective."> <Style FontFamily="+minor" FontSize="11" FontIsBold="False" FontIsItalic="False" FontIsUnderline="False" FontIsStrikeout="False" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> </Content> </Document> <Document xmlns:xsi="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema-instance" xmlns:xsd="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema"> <Content> <Block> <Style LineSpacing="22" SpacingAfter="18" /> <Span Text="Children benefit greatly from being read to and getting homework help. 
"> <Style FontFamily="+minor" FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style LineSpacing="22" SpacingAfter="18" /> <Span Text="We want them to increase their joy of reading as well as become more independent and confident students.
"> <Style FontFamily="+minor" FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style LineSpacing="22" SpacingAfter="18" /> <Span Text="It is important to know how children's literacy develops so you can identify where children's needs are to improve their skills.
"> <Style FontFamily="+minor" FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style LineSpacing="22" SpacingAfter="18" /> <Span Text="Once you know their needs, select the literacy approach that is most beneficial to ensure progress."> <Style FontFamily="+minor" FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> </Content> </Document> <Document xmlns:xsi="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema-instance" xmlns:xsd="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema"> <Content> <Block> <Style FlowDirection="LeftToRight" LeadingMargin="0" TrailingMargin="0" FirstLineMargin="0" Justification="Left" CustomTabStops="" LineSpacingRule="Multiple" LineSpacing="22" SpacingBefore="0" SpacingAfter="0"> <ListStyle ListType="None" ListTypeFormat="Parentheses" BulletFont="Arial" /> </Style> <Span Text="In this module, we will focus on how to choose the best means of delivering literacy instruction and key strategies that promote success in reading."> <Style FontFamily="Roboto" FontSize="11" FontIsBold="False" FontIsItalic="False" FontIsUnderline="False" FontIsStrikeout="False" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> </Content> </Document> <Document xmlns:xsi="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema-instance" xmlns:xsd="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema"> <Content> <Block> <Style FlowDirection="LeftToRight" LeadingMargin="0" TrailingMargin="0" FirstLineMargin="0" Justification="Left" CustomTabStops="" LineSpacingRule="Multiple" LineSpacing="22" SpacingBefore="0" SpacingAfter="18"> <ListStyle ListType="None" ListTypeFormat="Parentheses" BulletFont="Arial" /> </Style> <Span Text="Let’s start by looking at the basics of a literacy rich environment in an afterschool setting. Click each icon to learn more. 
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style FlowDirection="LeftToRight" LeadingMargin="0" TrailingMargin="0" FirstLineMargin="0" Justification="Left" CustomTabStops="" LineSpacingRule="Multiple" LineSpacing="22" SpacingBefore="0" SpacingAfter="18"> <ListStyle ListType="None" ListTypeFormat="Parentheses" BulletFont="Arial" /> </Style> <Span Text="Access to a Wide Variety of Books"> <Style FontSize="11" FontIsBold="True" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> <Span Text="Kids need access to a wide variety of books! You need to have on hand or borrow books at all reading levels and include many different topics of both fiction and non-fiction texts. 
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style FlowDirection="LeftToRight" LeadingMargin="0" TrailingMargin="0" FirstLineMargin="0" Justification="Left" CustomTabStops="" LineSpacingRule="Multiple" LineSpacing="22" SpacingBefore="0" SpacingAfter="18"> <ListStyle ListType="None" ListTypeFormat="Parentheses" BulletFont="Arial" /> </Style> <Span Text="Provide a Choice of Reading Materials"> <Style FontSize="11" FontIsBold="True" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> <Span Text="Kids are motivated to read when they have a choice of reading material. Find out what your kids’ interests are and what they would like to learn more about. Some children like to expand on topics they are interested in and others will be curious about new topics. The more exposure kids have to a variety of books, the more likely they are to select books that appeal to them and feel inspired to read, even if the books are a little difficult.
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style FlowDirection="LeftToRight" LeadingMargin="0" TrailingMargin="0" FirstLineMargin="0" Justification="Left" CustomTabStops="" LineSpacingRule="Multiple" LineSpacing="22" SpacingBefore="0" SpacingAfter="18"> <ListStyle ListType="None" ListTypeFormat="Parentheses" BulletFont="Arial" /> </Style> <Span Text="Here is a quick and easy way for a child to select a book that is the right level. Have him turn to a random page and read out loud or to himself. Each time he gets to a word he doesn’t know, he holds up one finger.
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style FlowDirection="LeftToRight" LeadingMargin="0" TrailingMargin="0" FirstLineMargin="0" Justification="Left" CustomTabStops="" LineSpacingRule="Multiple" LineSpacing="22" SpacingBefore="0" SpacingAfter="18"> <ListStyle ListType="None" ListTypeFormat="Parentheses" BulletFont="Arial" /> </Style> <Span Text="If he finishes the page and has five or fewer fingers up, use this guide to teach him if the book is the right level depending on whether he will be reading to himself or with help. The goal is to have the child learn to select books that are just right for independent reading with no more than 3 fingers up or with help which means 4 fingers are up. 
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style FlowDirection="LeftToRight" LeadingMargin="0" TrailingMargin="0" FirstLineMargin="0" Justification="Left" CustomTabStops="" LineSpacingRule="Multiple" LineSpacing="22" SpacingBefore="0" SpacingAfter="18"> <ListStyle ListType="None" ListTypeFormat="Parentheses" BulletFont="Arial" /> </Style> <Span Text="If he has five fingers up before the page is finished, he should put the book down and select again. 
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style FlowDirection="LeftToRight" LeadingMargin="0" TrailingMargin="0" FirstLineMargin="0" Justification="Left" CustomTabStops="" LineSpacingRule="Multiple" LineSpacing="22" SpacingBefore="0" SpacingAfter="18"> <ListStyle ListType="None" ListTypeFormat="Parentheses" BulletFont="Arial" /> </Style> <Span Text="Create Extensive Oral Language Opportunities"> <Style FontSize="11" FontIsBold="True" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> <Span Text="Another aspect of a literacy rich environment is incorporating extensive oral language opportunities. You don’t even need books for this! Ask your kids lots and lots of questions and encourage them to ask lots and lots of questions. Tell stories, use new words, and exaggerate the meaning with gestures and facial expressions. Sing songs; practice rhymes and play rhyming games; discuss books; have fun with words through jokes, riddles, and tongue twisters. Keep dress up clothes on hand for children to perform stories, pretend to be characters, or make up their own stories. Use hand puppets to keep kids engaged. Watch this video to see how!
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style FlowDirection="LeftToRight" LeadingMargin="0" TrailingMargin="0" FirstLineMargin="0" Justification="Left" CustomTabStops="" LineSpacingRule="Multiple" LineSpacing="22" SpacingBefore="0" SpacingAfter="18"> <ListStyle ListType="None" ListTypeFormat="Parentheses" BulletFont="Arial" /> </Style> <Span Text="Encourage All of These Activities at Home"> <Style FontSize="11" FontIsBold="True" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> <Span Text="Be sure to encourage all of these activities at home, too. Share tips with parents and caregivers; provide a reading guide when you send books home; communicate with parents about what you are reading, singing, drawing, acting, and writing in your afterschool program so they can ask questions and continue those activities at home.
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style FlowDirection="LeftToRight" LeadingMargin="0" TrailingMargin="0" FirstLineMargin="0" Justification="Left" CustomTabStops="" LineSpacingRule="Multiple" LineSpacing="22" SpacingBefore="0" SpacingAfter="18"> <ListStyle ListType="None" ListTypeFormat="Parentheses" BulletFont="Arial" /> </Style> <Span Text="You can download a "> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> <Span Text="Family Reading Tips Guide "> <Style FontSize="11" FontIsItalic="True" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> <Span Text="in the Reference Library of this course to use in your program and give to parents and caregivers."> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> </Content> </Document> <Document xmlns:xsi="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema-instance" xmlns:xsd="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema"> <Content> <Block> <Style FlowDirection="LeftToRight" LeadingMargin="0" TrailingMargin="0" FirstLineMargin="0" Justification="Left" CustomTabStops="" LineSpacingRule="Multiple" LineSpacing="22" SpacingBefore="0" SpacingAfter="18"> <ListStyle ListType="None" ListTypeFormat="Parentheses" BulletFont="Arial" /> </Style> <Span Text="There are steps to identifying literacy needs, making a plan to help your kids improve their literacy, and knowing when they are ready to move on to something more challenging. Share the results with your kids and celebrate their success along the way and at the end of the program!
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style FlowDirection="LeftToRight" LeadingMargin="0" TrailingMargin="0" FirstLineMargin="0" Justification="Left" CustomTabStops="" LineSpacingRule="Multiple" LineSpacing="22" SpacingBefore="0" SpacingAfter="18"> <ListStyle ListType="None" ListTypeFormat="Parentheses" BulletFont="Arial" /> </Style> <Span Text="Click each icon to learn more. 
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style FlowDirection="LeftToRight" LeadingMargin="0" TrailingMargin="0" FirstLineMargin="0" Justification="Left" CustomTabStops="" LineSpacingRule="Multiple" LineSpacing="22" SpacingBefore="0" SpacingAfter="18"> <ListStyle ListType="None" ListTypeFormat="Parentheses" BulletFont="Arial" /> </Style> <Span Text="Know the Child’s Literacy Strengths and Needs"> <Style FontSize="11" FontIsBold="True" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> <Span Text="In Module 2, you learned three ways to get information about children’s reading strengths and needs. You can get information from the school, from your observations, and from the child or parent/caregiver. Let’s look at what you do next to help children improve their literacy skills. 
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style FlowDirection="LeftToRight" LeadingMargin="0" TrailingMargin="0" FirstLineMargin="0" Justification="Left" CustomTabStops="" LineSpacingRule="Multiple" LineSpacing="22" SpacingBefore="0" SpacingAfter="18"> <ListStyle ListType="None" ListTypeFormat="Parentheses" BulletFont="Arial" /> </Style> <Span Text="Choose the Best Grouping Approach "> <Style FontSize="11" FontIsBold="True" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> <Span Text="Once you know what a child needs to work on, you will select the best grouping approach for each child’s needs — one-to-one mentoring, small group, or whole group instruction. The children need to feel comfortable working with other children and adults they trust. 
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style FlowDirection="LeftToRight" LeadingMargin="0" TrailingMargin="0" FirstLineMargin="0" Justification="Left" CustomTabStops="" LineSpacingRule="Multiple" LineSpacing="22" SpacingBefore="0" SpacingAfter="18"> <ListStyle ListType="None" ListTypeFormat="Parentheses" BulletFont="Arial" /> </Style> <Span Text="Select Appropriate Books or Reading Program"> <Style FontSize="11" FontIsBold="True" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> <Span Text="It is difficult to know all the books and programs available to provide the materials for your literacy sessions and activities. Remember that you can use, or have your kids use, the five finger rule to select books in the library, classroom, or reading corner to access reading material that is the right level of challenge for them to be engaged and help improve their reading. 
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style FlowDirection="LeftToRight" LeadingMargin="0" TrailingMargin="0" FirstLineMargin="0" Justification="Left" CustomTabStops="" LineSpacingRule="Multiple" LineSpacing="22" SpacingBefore="0" SpacingAfter="18"> <ListStyle ListType="None" ListTypeFormat="Parentheses" BulletFont="Arial" /> </Style> <Span Text="In Module 1, we looked at literacy progressions across grade levels using a resource developed to help afterschool programs implement or enhance literacy programming. This document is called Extending and Enhancing Literacy Learning in Afterschool Programs: A Practice Guide and can be found in the Resource Library.
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style FlowDirection="LeftToRight" LeadingMargin="0" TrailingMargin="0" FirstLineMargin="0" Justification="Left" CustomTabStops="" LineSpacingRule="Multiple" LineSpacing="22" SpacingBefore="0" SpacingAfter="18"> <ListStyle ListType="None" ListTypeFormat="Parentheses" BulletFont="Arial" /> </Style> <Span Text="Section 3 of the Practice Guide is called the Overview of Evidence-Based Curricula. This is where you will find reviews of over 15 early literacy curriculum or programs. 
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style FlowDirection="LeftToRight" LeadingMargin="0" TrailingMargin="0" FirstLineMargin="0" Justification="Left" CustomTabStops="" LineSpacingRule="Multiple" LineSpacing="22" SpacingBefore="0" SpacingAfter="18"> <ListStyle ListType="None" ListTypeFormat="Parentheses" BulletFont="Arial" /> </Style> <Span Text="Let’s look at the review of an online reading curriculum called “Stepping Stones to Literacy”. You will notice that every review has the same descriptors in the left-hand column. These qualities help determine whether a program is the best fit for your kids and their literacy needs. The resource is not a list of recommended literacy programs. It is a guide to give you expert information on existing programs and provide the criteria you need to evaluate an early literacy curriculum. You do not need to use a pre-packaged literacy curriculum, but it is an option for programs that do not have the time or staff to create their own literacy lessons.
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style FlowDirection="LeftToRight" LeadingMargin="0" TrailingMargin="0" FirstLineMargin="0" Justification="Left" CustomTabStops="" LineSpacingRule="Multiple" LineSpacing="22" SpacingBefore="0" SpacingAfter="18"> <ListStyle ListType="None" ListTypeFormat="Parentheses" BulletFont="Arial" /> </Style> <Span Text="Implement Pre, During, and Post Reading Strategies "> <Style FontSize="11" FontIsBold="True" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> <Span Text="Use the books or curriculum you have selected to implement the pre-reading, during reading, and post-reading strategies every time the child reads.
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style FlowDirection="LeftToRight" LeadingMargin="0" TrailingMargin="0" FirstLineMargin="0" Justification="Left" CustomTabStops="" LineSpacingRule="Multiple" LineSpacing="22" SpacingBefore="0" SpacingAfter="18"> <ListStyle ListType="None" ListTypeFormat="Parentheses" BulletFont="Arial" /> </Style> <Span Text="Move at the Right Pace"> <Style FontSize="11" FontIsBold="True" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> <Span Text="Children learn best when the pace is not too fast or too slow and when the work is a little challenging — not too easy or too difficult. 
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style FlowDirection="LeftToRight" LeadingMargin="0" TrailingMargin="0" FirstLineMargin="0" Justification="Left" CustomTabStops="" LineSpacingRule="Multiple" LineSpacing="22" SpacingBefore="0" SpacingAfter="18"> <ListStyle ListType="None" ListTypeFormat="Parentheses" BulletFont="Arial" /> </Style> <Span Text="When you see improvement, move on to more challenging questions or more difficult books. When you see that a child is struggling, step back and go more slowly or break the work down into smaller steps. It is better to find an easier book and have the child do more reading than for you to provide increased assistance with a text that is too difficult. Remember to use the five finger rule for books that you or the child select.
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style FlowDirection="LeftToRight" LeadingMargin="0" TrailingMargin="0" FirstLineMargin="0" Justification="Left" CustomTabStops="" LineSpacingRule="Multiple" LineSpacing="22" SpacingBefore="0" SpacingAfter="18"> <ListStyle ListType="None" ListTypeFormat="Parentheses" BulletFont="Arial" /> </Style> <Span Text="Offer Praise"> <Style FontSize="11" FontIsBold="True" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> <Span Text="Be sure to give kids lots of praise and encouragement – especially when they are working very hard at improving their reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. 
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style FlowDirection="LeftToRight" LeadingMargin="0" TrailingMargin="0" FirstLineMargin="0" Justification="Left" CustomTabStops="" LineSpacingRule="Multiple" LineSpacing="22" SpacingBefore="0" SpacingAfter="18"> <ListStyle ListType="None" ListTypeFormat="Parentheses" BulletFont="Arial" /> </Style> <Span Text="Provide Feedback"> <Style FontSize="11" FontIsBold="True" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> <Span Text="Even when the child makes a mistake, it is important to give positive feedback. This motivates your kids to stick with it, try again, and feel good about their efforts! 
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style FlowDirection="LeftToRight" LeadingMargin="0" TrailingMargin="0" FirstLineMargin="0" Justification="Left" CustomTabStops="" LineSpacingRule="Multiple" LineSpacing="22" SpacingBefore="0" SpacingAfter="18"> <ListStyle ListType="None" ListTypeFormat="Parentheses" BulletFont="Arial" /> </Style> <Span Text="Measure Progress"> <Style FontSize="11" FontIsBold="True" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> <Span Text="At the end of the semester, year, or summer program, you need to get the same information about your kids that you used at the beginning of the semester, year, or summer program to find out how much progress each child made. Ask the school or teachers for test scores, schedule an observation of your kids’ literacy or ask a mentor or colleague to do it, and check in with parents or the child to see where they see improvement. 
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style FlowDirection="LeftToRight" LeadingMargin="0" TrailingMargin="0" FirstLineMargin="0" Justification="Left" CustomTabStops="" LineSpacingRule="Multiple" LineSpacing="22" SpacingBefore="0" SpacingAfter="18"> <ListStyle ListType="None" ListTypeFormat="Parentheses" BulletFont="Arial" /> </Style> <Span Text="Celebrate Success"> <Style FontSize="11" FontIsBold="True" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> <Span Text="Celebrate every success with high fives, stickers, a note home, a special privilege like being first in line to do something, and other little things you can do to reward progress and effort. "> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> </Content> </Document> <Document xmlns:xsi="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema-instance" xmlns:xsd="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema"> <Content> <Block> <Style LineSpacing="22" SpacingAfter="18" /> <Span Text="Engaging family members and caregivers to read with their kids at home is a great way to help kids read more, enjoy reading more, and improve their reading skills. 
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style LineSpacing="22" SpacingAfter="18" /> <Span Text="Let’s examine some ways to engage the family. Drag the book to learn more.
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style LeadingMargin="43" FirstLineMargin="22" LineSpacing="22" SpacingAfter="6"> <ListStyle ListType="Bullet" BulletChar="•" BulletFont="Arial"> <BulletPicture Size="0x0" /> </ListStyle> </Style> <Span Text="Send home information about what you are reading, and the topics the kids are focusing on in the afterschool program. 
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style LeadingMargin="43" FirstLineMargin="22" ListLevel="1" LineSpacing="22" SpacingAfter="6"> <ListStyle ListType="Bullet" BulletChar="•" BulletFont="Arial"> <BulletPicture Size="0x0" /> </ListStyle> </Style> <Span Text="Send home literacy tip sheets.
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style LeadingMargin="43" FirstLineMargin="22" ListLevel="1" LineSpacing="22" SpacingAfter="6"> <ListStyle ListType="Bullet" BulletChar="•" BulletFont="Arial"> <BulletPicture Size="0x0" /> </ListStyle> </Style> <Span Text="Host a family literacy event.
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style LeadingMargin="43" FirstLineMargin="22" ListLevel="1" LineSpacing="22" SpacingAfter="6"> <ListStyle ListType="Bullet" BulletChar="•" BulletFont="Arial"> <BulletPicture Size="0x0" /> </ListStyle> </Style> <Span Text="Invite parents to come in and read with the kids. 
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style LeadingMargin="43" FirstLineMargin="22" ListLevel="1" LineSpacing="22" SpacingAfter="6"> <ListStyle ListType="Bullet" BulletChar="•" BulletFont="Arial"> <BulletPicture Size="0x0" /> </ListStyle> </Style> <Span Text="Model reading and invite parents to practice with your small groups. 
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style LeadingMargin="43" FirstLineMargin="22" ListLevel="1" LineSpacing="22" SpacingAfter="6"> <ListStyle ListType="Bullet" BulletChar="•" BulletFont="Arial"> <BulletPicture Size="0x0" /> </ListStyle> </Style> <Span Text="Label items around the room in the language or languages the kids speak at home. 
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style LeadingMargin="43" FirstLineMargin="22" ListLevel="1" LineSpacing="22" SpacingAfter="6"> <ListStyle ListType="Bullet" BulletChar="•" BulletFont="Arial"> <BulletPicture Size="0x0" /> </ListStyle> </Style> <Span Text="Keep books out on tables and low shelves for parents and kids to see every day. 
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style LeadingMargin="43" FirstLineMargin="22" ListLevel="1" LineSpacing="22" SpacingAfter="6"> <ListStyle ListType="Bullet" BulletChar="•" BulletFont="Arial"> <BulletPicture Size="0x0" /> </ListStyle> </Style> <Span Text="Talk about the book you are reading and what you like about it. 
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style LeadingMargin="43" FirstLineMargin="22" ListLevel="1" LineSpacing="22" SpacingAfter="6"> <ListStyle ListType="Bullet" BulletChar="•" BulletFont="Arial"> <BulletPicture Size="0x0" /> </ListStyle> </Style> <Span Text="Ask the kids daily what they are reading in school or at home and what they like about the book. 
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style LeadingMargin="43" FirstLineMargin="22" ListLevel="1" LineSpacing="22" SpacingAfter="6"> <ListStyle ListType="Bullet" BulletChar="•" BulletFont="Arial"> <BulletPicture Size="0x0" /> </ListStyle> </Style> <Span Text="Give books or bookstore gift certificates as prizes. 
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style LeadingMargin="43" FirstLineMargin="22" ListLevel="1" LineSpacing="22" SpacingAfter="6"> <ListStyle ListType="Bullet" BulletChar="•" BulletFont="Arial"> <BulletPicture Size="0x0" /> </ListStyle> </Style> <Span Text="Provide a cozy reading space by using free or inexpensive rugs and special chairs to make a reading corner. 
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style LeadingMargin="43" FirstLineMargin="22" ListLevel="1" LineSpacing="22" SpacingAfter="6"> <ListStyle ListType="Bullet" BulletChar="•" BulletFont="Arial"> <BulletPicture Size="0x0" /> </ListStyle> </Style> <Span Text="Keep an audio book playing in the background when kids are doing art or recreational activities. 
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style LeadingMargin="43" FirstLineMargin="22" ListLevel="1" LineSpacing="22" SpacingAfter="6"> <ListStyle ListType="Bullet" BulletChar="•" BulletFont="Arial"> <BulletPicture Size="0x0" /> </ListStyle> </Style> <Span Text="Create an environment that excites kids about literacy and encourage family members to do the same! "> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> </Content> </Document> <Document xmlns:xsi="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema-instance" xmlns:xsd="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema"> <Content> <Block> <Style LineSpacing="22" SpacingAfter="18" /> <Span Text="In Module 1, you learned that kids reading on grade level by the end of 3rd grade have the greatest opportunity for success throughout life. One-to-one mentoring is the best format to help kids improve their reading and learn literacy strategies, especially if they struggle with reading.
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style LineSpacing="22" SpacingAfter="18" /> <Span Text="In Module 2, you learned that kids need a variety of books available to them, so they can select what to read independently or with help. Kids make the most progress when they are grouped according to their literacy needs. Using before reading, during reading and after reading strategies that are proven to be successful help kids become better readers. Literacy activities include writing, speaking, listening, and reading.
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style LineSpacing="22" SpacingAfter="18" /> <Span Text="In Module 3, you learned the steps to follow to implement a high-quality literacy program. The Practice Guide is an excellent resource that provides criteria to evaluate literacy programs in the afterschool setting. The best way to motivate kids to read is to know what they are interested in, provide a literacy rich environment, and engage their family members to encourage literacy at home.
"> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style LineSpacing="22" SpacingAfter="18" /> <Span Text="Visit the Resource Library to discover websites and more online resources to practice and implement the strategies you have learned. Most of them are free and they include lesson plans, videos of best practices, family literacy activities, and parent resources that are ready to use."> <Style FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> </Content> </Document> <Document xmlns:xsi="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema-instance" xmlns:xsd="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema"> <Content> <Block> <Style LineSpacing="22" SpacingAfter="18" /> <Span Text="You’ve just completed the first module for this course. We hope you are feeling more confident already.
"> <Style FontFamily="+minor" FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style LineSpacing="22" SpacingAfter="18" /> <Span Text="In the next module, we will introduce you to strategies that are proven to be effective in helping struggling readers make progress towards reading on grade level by the end of the 3"> <Style FontFamily="+minor" FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> <Span Text="rd"> <Style FontFamily="+minor" FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="#000000" Elevation="Superscript" LinkColor="#000000" /> </Span> <Span Text=" grade. 
"> <Style FontFamily="+minor" FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> <Block> <Style LineSpacing="22" SpacingAfter="18" /> <Span Text="Close this window to return to the course home page and then proceed to the next module."> <Style FontFamily="+minor" FontSize="11" ForegroundColor="dk1,00" LinkColor="dk1,00" /> </Span> </Block> </Content> </Document>