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Lesson Plan
Using the Check and Line Method to Enhance Reading Comprehension
| Grades | 6 – 8 |
| Lesson Plan Type | Minilesson |
| Estimated Time | Thirty minutes for introduction; teacher discretion for independent reading and practice of the technique |
| Lesson Author |
Mobile, Alabama |
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MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGY
- Computers with Internet access and printing capability
- Butcher paper for K-W-L chart
- Grade-appropriate textbook for assigned reading
- Pencils
- Dictionaries (and other appropriate reference materials for the subject area)
STUDENT INTERACTIVES
Grades K – 12 | Student Interactive | Writing & Publishing Prose
The Stapleless Book can be used for taking notes while reading, making picture books, collecting facts, or creating vocabulary booklets . . . the possibilities are endless!
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PREPARATION
Before beginning this lesson, determine a reasonable amount of text for students to read independently. The assigned text should relate to the topic that you are currently teaching. Also, prepare a sheet of butcher paper for the K-W-L chart and attach it to the chalkboard or bulletin board.

