- 1). Prepare a large piece of Bristol board and add the title "Reading Standards" with a marker in a bold color. Add separate subheadings to divide up the requirements. Some ideas for subheadings include "Ideas and Details," "Craft and Structure," "Knowledge and Ideas," and "Reading Range."
- 2). Explain the subheading "Ideas and Details" by adding points underneath that discuss what is expected from students when they are asked to explain key themes, characters or elements in a story. Students will have different requirements according to age and grade. Some may be required to describe, in depth, a character, setting or event in a story.
- 3). Explain the subheading "Craft and Structure" by adding points underneath the subheading. Depending on the age, these requirements might include determining the meaning of words and phrases as used in the text, differentiating between literal and figurative language or explaining the differences between different types of genres (for example, the difference between a poem and a short story).
- 4). Explain the subheading "Knowledge and Ideas" underneath the appropriate subheading on your poster. These requirements might ask that students be able to use illustrations to describe key elements in a text, describe the relationship between the text and illustrations as they appear, or explain how images or diagrams contribute to a text.
- 5). Explain the subheading "Reading Range" underneath the appropriate subheading. These requirements should explain the level of difficulty students will be expected to master with regard to texts.This section should outline the types of written work the students are expected to read and describe the level of independence with which they should be able to read.
- 6). Post the finished board in a visible location where students can reference it and check their progress. Go over the points with your students so they understand what is expected of them and so you can answer any questions.
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