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Discussion Notes:
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 * try to extend silent reading from 10-15 minutes to half an hour
 * help students choose suitable reading materials for their age and reading ability level
 * be passionate about books - share excerpts from good books with students
 * make a "wall" of fame so students can share books they have read and enjoyed
 * encourage students to keep a reading portfolio that contains a rubric to help them track and rate their daily reading
 * encourage students to summarize (one or two sentences) what they read during their half-hour reading
 * find suitable reading material for them; i.e. graphic novels, high interest-low vocabulary,etc.
 * encourage reading of picture books - both for personal reading and with CARE partners
 * teach "visualization" as a strategy to help reluctant readers; i.e. Think Alouds, making connections to what they know, etc.

//Resources to Support Further Inquiry Into This Question//

 * See Strand 1 Question: What methods or strategies can be used to reach the 20% or so non/reluctant/weak readers?
 * See Strand 2 Question: What works for those real struggling readers?