Reading Aloud in the Classroom Stephanie York

 A planned oral reading of a book or print excerpt  Usually related to the current theme or topic of study What is a Read Aloud?

 Works on students’ listening skills  Helps develop background knowledge  Increases comprehension skills  Fosters critical thinking The Effectiveness of a Read Aloud

1.Set students up for success 2.Select an engaging text 3.Use an interactive, performance style approach 4.Ask strategic, open-ended questions 5.Involve students in active learning 5 Elements of a Successful Read Aloud

1. Set Students Up For Success Read alouds should be done where there are little distractions for a student. -Having a special spot, like a piece of carpet is a great place to do read alouds every time -Make sure the special spot is away from windows and doors

1. Set Students Up For Success Before the first read aloud of the school year, set up a behavior plan that will work for the school year. Examples: Get into your listening position (students will go to the special reading spot and sit silently) If talking becomes an issue separate students away from their friends (seating chart may be the best) Never make a student return to his/her desk (they will turn off listening ears more than likely)

 Read books that are interesting to your students - Have your students right down their 5 favorite books on the first day of school and choose a couple of those to read aloud to your class  Make sure the book is at the appropriate grade level as the students you are reading too 2. Select an Engaging Text

3. Use Interactive, Performance Style Approach Act the story out while reading it aloud - Change your voice when different Characters are talking -Show the emotions on your face while reading -if it’s sad show the students the emotion of being down and out by talking softly -if it’s happy or exciting keep a smile on your face and talk loud and be energetic

3. Use Interactive Performance Style Approach Example of Teacher Reading Aloud In the video, the lady reading changes her voice to make the story more interesting to listen too Also, when Junie B. lifts up her foot to show the teacher her shows, the one reading the book could lift up her foot to act it out

 Before you begin reading for the day ask students questions about what happened in the story yesterday  When you get done reading ask them questions again  Ask open-ended questions 4. Ask Strategic, Open-Ended Questions

 Let the students participate in some of the story 1.Let them act out the characters at the end of each chapter 2. Have them draw a picture from their favorite scene 5. Involve Students in Active Learning

 Read alouds in the classroom can be very effective if you follow these 5 elements  If you fail the first time don’t give up  Make sure the students are having fun Conclusion

 Article 5 Elements of an Effective and Engaging Read Aloud by: Melissa Fulton Teacher Advocate Winter 2012 Kappa Delta Pi magazine  Pictures Google Images Reference