Tip #117 from 365 Teacher Secrets for Parents (McKinley, Trombly) - Organizing
Today's tip for parents from two talented teachers comes from 365 Teacher Secrets for Parents by Cindy McKinley Alder and Patti Trombly. #117 3-2-1 Strategy Organizing is what you do before you do something, so that when you do it, it is not all mixed up. ~ A. A. Milne The 3-2-1 strategy is another great way to help your child create the habit of thinking about what she is learning as she reads. Before your child reads an informational text, tell her when she’s done she should be able to tell you three things she learned, two things she found interesting and one question she may have. You should consider modeling this first for her so she has a better understanding of what you want. You may find it helpful to set up a 3-2-1 sheet wh...