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#FactsVsFiction: The Importance of Teaching Non-Fiction Reading Skills to Today’s 5th Grade Students

 

Did you know that most of the reading we do in our daily lives is non-fiction?

With the endless amount of online content at our fingertips, the ability to read and understand non-fiction is more important than ever. Yet, many students struggle with this essential skill, hindering their progress towards developing strong inquiry and research abilities. But fear not, because this non-fiction reading lesson is here to help.

Designed to cater to students reading at the 5th grade level, this lesson will guide them through the three key stages of reading: before, during, and after.

With a focus on critical thinking, comprehension, and evaluation, this lesson will not only enhance reading skills, but also set students on the path to becoming proficient researchers.

So let’s dive in and explore the wonders of non-fiction reading!

Before I Read which develops reasoning, critical thinking skills, and vocabulary development skills to be used prior to reading the passage.

While I Read which develops comprehension, analysis, application, and critical thinking skills during the reading of the passage.

After I Read which focuses on comprehension, summary, and evaluation skills after the passage has been read.

Here are the downloadable files Just the Facts: Non Fiction Reading curriculum:

This lesson is from our 5th grade Just the Facts Non Fiction curriculum in our membership! Join today for more lessons to help you do what you love which is teach!