Discussing Texts as a Group
Participate in discussions about what is read, taking turns and listening to others; explain understanding clearly; actively engage in group reading activities
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When your child's class discusses a book they've all read, does your child join in — sharing their own ideas and listening to what others think, even if their view is different?
Participate in discussions about what is read, taking turns and listening to others; explain understanding clearly; actively engage in group reading activities
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- Share ideas about a book in a group discussion
- Listen to and respond to others' opinions about a text
- Take turns speaking and build on what classmates have said about a book
“When your child's class discusses a book they've all read, does your child join in — sharing their own ideas and listening to what others think, even if their view is different?”
Curriculum record
- Type
- Meta
- Subject
- English
- Domain
- Reading Comprehension
- Age range
- Ages 5–10
Standards