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Emily uses the novel: “Holes” by Louis Sachar as the example.
She suggests that the T should try their best to read the entire book before teaching so that T can plan ahead on activities and adjusting how much to read for each week, etc.
Emily also gives an overview about the premise of the story.
She tells students to read it at home instead of in class and gives a reading schedule to Ss.
Vocabulary: T should focus on trying to get the overall meaning of the general story instead of getting stuck on all the vocabulary words.
She has her students fill out a front/back worksheet about the certain chapter they have to read at home before class.
Then for class, she reviews the answers to the worksheet in class, does a fun review activity, and a 10 minute quiz.What if Ss don't read? Well, they don't benefit from the class. Homework is essential especially for this type of class.
What's in My Bag?
Emily: a Yoga mat. It's yellow.