Tip #140 from 365 Teacher Secrets for Parents: Be the Character
Today's tip for parents from two talented teachers comes from 365 Teacher Secrets for Parents by Cindy McKinley Alder and Patti Trombly. #140 Be the Character Be absolutely determined to enjoy what you do. ~Gerry Sikorski Think about what makes the books you read most interesting. Generally when people enjoy a story they express how fascinating the characters were or how much they could relate to them. Strong characters entice the reader to keep reading. If your child truly comprehends a story she is reading, she will understand the characters and their actions. Try this discussion and writing activity that allows your child to become the character and write a diary entry from the character’s point of view. Have your child choose a main event from a story she is reading. Start a discussion about th...