Dr. Frey talks about assessing background knowledge, the value of independent and shared reading, how guest speakers in the classroom can help, and offers a warning about a “core set of knowledge.”
Key ingredients for comprehension include an understanding of how the mechanics of reading work, reasonable spoken language skills, knowledge of the world, and motivation.
Reading expert Linda Farrell shares her thoughts on early reader series as well as the importance of reading aloud to build vocabulary and background knowledge.
