During Reading
Unlock Words as You Read
1. Follow along in your text as your teacher reads the first four paragraphs aloud. If you encounter words with which you are unfamiliar, add them to your list of Words for Everyday Use. When your teacher has finished reading, review the words you listed and try to determine their meanings by using context clues.
2. Continue reading the selection on your own. Jot down unfamiliar words, and try to define them by using context clues. If the context clues do not provide the meaning, try analyzing the word parts—prefixes, roots, and suffixes—to determine meaning. If that strategy fails, consult a dictionary. Record the definitions.
Fix-Up Idea: Use Text Organization
This selection is broken into several sections. Use these section breaks to help you understand the selection. First, read the section summary at the beginning of each section. This will help you understand what the section will be about. Then, pause during your reading to answer any Guided Reading Questions in the section. When you finish a section, write your own summary before moving on to the next section.