Using Non-fiction Text as Read Alouds: Paired Reading

Presented by

Pre-K Literacy Coaches

Geneal Matheny, Tina McClanahan, Melissa McDermott, and Katara Nicholson

K-W-L

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Presentation Objectives

Learn the importance of using non-fiction text in Pre-K classrooms.

Learn strategies for reading aloud non-fiction and fiction text sets (paired reading).

Discuss ways to use the paired reading strategy in their classrooms.

Develop ways to use graphic organizers to extend learning.

Importance of Non-fiction Texts in Pre-K

Children need concrete experiences.Children are naturally curious and love

learning new things.Gain background knowledge about a

variety of topics.Contributes to vocabulary development.

Examples of Non-fiction Texts

MagazinesBooksPostersNewspapersTeacher made books

Using Non-fiction Text as Read Alouds: Paired Reading

Paired Reading is… Text sets that include a non-fiction text and a

fiction book on a similar topic to enhance student learning.

Planning and Preparing for Paired Reading

When Pacing guide Daily schedule

Planning and Preparing for Paired Reading

Determine the ObjectiveResearch the TopicSelect your Text

Planning and Preparing for Non-fiction Read Alouds

Text Selection Age appropriate length Clear pictures/photographs Rich vocabulary Relates to theme or students interest

Planning and Preparing for Non-fiction Read Alouds

What strategies do you use to plan your story time lessons?

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Planning and Preparing for Non-fiction Read Alouds

Read the book ahead of time.Plan your questions and think alouds.Plan your talking points and explanations.Plan how you might make connections to

the topic throughout the day.

Teaching Children How Non-fiction Works: Before Reading

Explain to the children… What you are reading. Why you are reading it.

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Teaching Children How Non-fiction Works: During Reading

Use the natural flow of text to explain unique text features.

Foreshadow any connections to upcoming read-aloud texts.

At the conclusion of the non-fiction read, introduce briefly the fiction texts that correlates.

Teaching Children How Non-fiction Works: After Reading

Use a graphic organizer.

Place paired texts in the classroom.

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Using Non-fiction Text as Read Alouds: Paired Reading

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What did you learn?

References

Shedd, M.K., & N.K. Duke. 2008. The Power of Planning Developing Effective Read-Alouds. Beyond the Journal: Young Children on the Web. http://www.journal.naeyc.org

Taberski, Sharon. 2001. Fact and fiction read aloud. http://content.scholastic.com/browse/article.jsp?id=3344

Lane, H. Wright, T. (2007). Maximizing the effectiveness of reading aloud. The Reading Teacher, 60, 668-675.

Using Non-fiction Text as Read Alouds: Paired Reading

Presented by

Pre-K Literacy Coaches

Geneal Matheny, Tina McClanahan, Melissa McDermott, and Katara Nicholson