Today we read our very first story of the year! The selection was realistic fiction entitled "The Hat", by Holly Keller. Previously this week we practiced reviewing the short "A" vowel sound. We also reviewed the -at and -ap word families. Consequently, we were ready to read our story today!
Tracking the words from left to right as you read is very important. Physically using your finger to follow under the words you are reading helps students to keep their place. Additionally, it encourages the child to notice all of the sounds in each individual word. Tracking was fun because we were able to use witch fingers! As we read aloud everyone was able to follow (whether they were reading aloud, or following along). How much fun! I can not wait to use this great tracking tool again!
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