STAGES OF READING
Early Reader * uses picture for clues * retells a simple story which is read to them * recalls some details * knows names of letters * identifies consonant sounds at beginning and end of words * uses configuration as clue to identify words * reads by rote * reads one word at a time-choppy * selects simple repetitious books * reads favorite books over and over * silent sustained reading 5-10 minutes * has the desire to be a fluent reader * enjoys retelling stories
Developing Reader * sequences events in story * tells main idea * makes predictions * identifies main characters * identifies setting * differentiates between fact and fiction * identifies high frequency words * some awareness of medial vowel sounds * uses context clues * begins to self correct * understands the meaning of . ? ! * pauses and uses appropriate inflection for punctuation * reads phrases * selects a variety of books * silent sustained reading 10-15 minutes * begins to feel confident when reading silently or orally
Fluent Reader * recognizes plot of story * recognizes problem and solution in a story * evaluates character's actions or behaviors * uses a variety of clues to decode unfamiliar words * identifies blends, digraphs, dipthongs * applies vowel rules to sound out words * understands affixes * uses punctuation correctly * reads with expression * reads smoothly * selects a wide variety of books * may select chapter books * silent sustained reading at least 20 minutes * confident * enjoys sharing favorite books * enjoys challenges * selects reading during free time
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