General Supports
For children who are learning English as a second language, www.colorincolorado.org/reading-tip-sheets-parents consider these reading tip sheets. They are available in languages other than English at the bottom of the page.
Reading for Pleasure
Read frequently - texts read aloud should be above your child's reading level to increase their comprehension and vocabulary. Also, have your child read texts to you to build fluency and automaticity. Your child's teacher can provide you with your child's level and recommended texts.
Check out this Read Along video about a silly Shark
Clark the Shark
Check out this Dr. Suess Book at the library
Oh Say Can You Say What's the Weather Today?
Math and Problem Solving
Play games and do activities that involve problem solving and math skills. Use the K-5 Math Site for ideas.
Read frequently - texts read aloud should be above your child's reading level to increase their comprehension and vocabulary. Also, have your child read texts to you to build fluency and automaticity. Your child's teacher can provide you with your child's level and recommended texts.
Check out this Read Along video about a silly Shark
Clark the Shark
Check out this Dr. Suess Book at the library
Oh Say Can You Say What's the Weather Today?
Math and Problem Solving
Play games and do activities that involve problem solving and math skills. Use the K-5 Math Site for ideas.
Task Specific Supports
There are so many wonderful activities that children can do at home to extend their learning about weather and informational reading. Click here for some resources and ideas from PBS to get you started.
