Science of Reading in the Library: Think Alouds During Read Alouds

You already read aloud with children…but do you think aloud with them? Today’s post is yet another installment in an unofficial series on the science of reading in the library. Today’s topic: using think alouds to teach easy, evidence-based comprehension strategies during read alouds. Previously I addressed other knowledge and skills that are easy to apply during read alouds. These include the types of words for emerging readers, blendable sounds, and direct vocabulary instruction. Question Generation and Summarization The two comprehension strategies with the most evidence of their effectiveness are question generation and summarization. Predictions Another comprehension strategy commonly used is prediction. That is, asking students to predict what will happen in the story. Dr. Holly Lane, Director of the University of Florida Literacy Institute, recommends using this strategy before and after (versus during reading). That is, ask students to make predictions before reading, and ask them to confirm or refute…
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