During Reading
Model Reading
Model reading to the children by first reading the story as they follow along. Point to each word as you read. Point out the compound words, have the children cover each part of the words to see the two parts of each compound. Check for understanding. Pause on words that they may be able to guess based on picture clues, and allow them to supply the word. Tell them that paying attention to the details in the pictures will help them read the book and understand better.
Student Reading
At the conclusion of the Model Reading, give each student a book. Tell them to read aloud, beginning with the book cover. Allow them to read at their own pace, pointing to each word as they read. If they pause on a word, tell them to sound out the first letter and subsequent letters and look for clues in the pictures. Tell them to remember to ask themselves, "Does the word makes sense?" Monitor their reading and provide prompts as needed.
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