Objective

By the end of this lesson, the student will be able to read a short story aloud with expression and fluency, and demonstrate comprehension by answering questions about the story.

Materials and Prep

• One age-appropriate short story or picture book
• Quiet reading space
• Discussion questions about the story

Prior to the lesson, familiarize yourself with the selected story and prepare discussion questions to check for comprehension.

Activities

• Read Aloud: Have the student read the selected story aloud, focusing on using expression and fluency.
• Discussion: Ask the student questions about the story to check for comprehension and critical thinking.
• Retell: Have the student retell the story in their own words to reinforce understanding.

Encourage the student to engage in discussions and express their thoughts and feelings about the story.

Third Grade Talking Points

• "Today, we are going to practice reading a story aloud with expression. This helps us become better readers and makes the story more interesting for others to listen to."
• "After we finish reading, we will talk about the story. I want to hear what you think about the characters and what happened in the story."
• "Can you tell me what the story was about in your own words? This will show me that you understood what you read."