Reading with Mrs. Ashe
Hello!
Welcome!
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Andrea Ashe
Reading
379-7243 Extension 3333
ashereading.pbworks.com
If you use the pbworks page, please ask your child for their user name and password. This site includes copies of several commonly used worksheets, helpful websites, homework assignments, and interactive activities.
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"You don't have to burn books to destroy a culture. Just get people to stop reading them."
Ray Bradbury
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For two years, you will focus on becoming stronger readers. This will allow you to excel as reading is an integral part of every subject. We will study active reading strategies as we read fiction and nonfiction text. Our vocabulary study will focus on word stem and root word knowledge; this knowledge will allow you to break down words to determine the basic meaning. Seventh grade consists of a genre study; we will read, analyze, and discuss a variety of genres such as historical fiction, mystery, and nonfiction (i.e. biographies, autobiographies, and newspapers). In eighth grade, we venture into other types of reading while still continuing our focus on active reading strategies. For example, we will analyze a variety of propaganda and determine the messages they convey. Regardless of what we are studying, make sure you are actively taking part in all classroom discussions. In order to enhance your comprehension, it is important to respectfully listen, discuss, and debate differing points of view. At this point, fiction and nonfiction text come alive!
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Requirements
Please come to class with the following materials:
1. Binder (1 1/2 inch +) with two dividers
2. Self-selected novel (ongoing)
3. Writing utensil
4. Composition notebook
5. Loose white-lined paper
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Helpful Handouts
Please use ashereading.pbworks.com to access handouts. Handouts will be uploaded as needed/if available.
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Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions, comments, or concerns.
Phone: 379-7242 Extension 3333
E-mail: aashe@nwr7.org
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