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Catch-Up Friday LP
Catch-Up Friday LP
Catch-Up Friday LP
Objective:
- To provide students with an opportunity to strengthen their reading skills.
- To foster a love for reading through engaging and interactive activities.
Materials Needed:
- Variety of age-appropriate books (fiction, non-fiction, picture books, etc.)
- Whiteboard and markers
- Reading comprehension worksheets
- Art supplies for creative activities related to reading (e.g., crayons, colored pencils, construction paper)
- Timer
Procedure:
1. Welcome and Introduction
- Greet the students warmly and explain the purpose of Catch-Up Friday.
- Emphasize the importance of reading and the enjoyment it can bring.
2. Book Selection
- Allow students to bring out their story book or provide a selection of books for them to choose from.
- Encourage students to select books that interest them and are appropriate for their reading level.
3. Independent Reading
- Set a timer for 20 minutes and instruct students to read silently.
- Circulate around the classroom to provide support and guidance as needed.
- Encourage students to use reading strategies such as sounding out words, using context clues, and asking
questions.
5. Creative Expression
- Provide students with art supplies and prompt them to create a visual representation of their favorite part of the
story they read.
- Encourage creativity and imagination while reinforcing comprehension skills.
Extension Ideas:
- Invite a guest reader, such as a parent or community member, to read a story to the class.
- Organize a book swap where students can exchange books they have already read for new ones.
- Integrate technology by using educational reading apps or websites for additional reading practice.