"Every student can read a novel, and teaching students to read novels in school helps them develop critical reading skills for texts and the world," writes high school teacher Ileana Sherry. But there are students who will not finish the book, and Sherry began to look for ways to ensure that they would still learn during a novel unit.
"How do I teach students to read great novels while providing lessons that are accessible to all students, including those who appear unwilling to read?" Prompted by that question, Sherry shares five ways to support all students in accessing the learning "regardless of the page number they reach."
1. Examine key chapters together: Reading the first chapter aloud with students, writes Sherry, "is critical for getting them over the hump and providing the context needed for improved comprehension during independent reading." She recommends using resources like 'Readicide' and 'Deeper Reading,' both by Kelly Gallagher, or the website School Reform Initiat...
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