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In this episode of From Research to Recess, we’re diving into Chapter 6 of Next Steps in Literacy Instruction… and we’re talking all about comprehension. Such a big topic. And honestly? One that can feel a little overwhelming.
But here’s the thing. Comprehension isn’t something we “get to later.” It starts right from the very beginning.
We chat about how comprehension develops and how it connects to everything else. Decoding. Vocabulary. Background knowledge. Listening. Even how students think about their own thinking. It all works together.
And we share what this actually looks like in real classrooms.
We talk about becoming “reading detectives.” Noticing where things break down for students and then using that information to guide small group instruction and read-alouds. Because comprehension isn’t a worksheet or a one-day lesson. It’s something we build over time. Every single day.
We also dig into the difference between the process of reading and the product. That shift alone can change how you think about your instruction.
You’ll hear simple, practical ways to support comprehension, like:
• Making read-alouds interactive and meaningful
• Building listening comprehension and background knowledge (especially in the early grades)
• Using retelling, sentence frames, and partner talk to deepen understanding
• Thinking about the text, the reader, and the task… and how they all fit together
• Supporting students who may not have the same background knowledge or language experiences
• Modeling thinking so students can see what good readers actually do
Whether you’re in kindergarten, first grade, or beyond, this episode is such a good reminder of what really matters.
Reading aloud. Asking thoughtful questions. Giving students time to talk and process.
That’s where the magic happens. 💛
YOU CAN FOLLOW ALONG THE BOOK STUDY (AFFILIATE LINK):
Next STEPS in Literacy Instruction: Connecting Assessments to Effective Interventions Second Edition, New edition
Where can you find us?
- Hilary Statum: https://pencilstopigtails.com/
- Deedee Wills: https://mrswillskindergarten.com/
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By Deedee Wills and Hilary StatumIn this episode of From Research to Recess, we’re diving into Chapter 6 of Next Steps in Literacy Instruction… and we’re talking all about comprehension. Such a big topic. And honestly? One that can feel a little overwhelming.
But here’s the thing. Comprehension isn’t something we “get to later.” It starts right from the very beginning.
We chat about how comprehension develops and how it connects to everything else. Decoding. Vocabulary. Background knowledge. Listening. Even how students think about their own thinking. It all works together.
And we share what this actually looks like in real classrooms.
We talk about becoming “reading detectives.” Noticing where things break down for students and then using that information to guide small group instruction and read-alouds. Because comprehension isn’t a worksheet or a one-day lesson. It’s something we build over time. Every single day.
We also dig into the difference between the process of reading and the product. That shift alone can change how you think about your instruction.
You’ll hear simple, practical ways to support comprehension, like:
• Making read-alouds interactive and meaningful
• Building listening comprehension and background knowledge (especially in the early grades)
• Using retelling, sentence frames, and partner talk to deepen understanding
• Thinking about the text, the reader, and the task… and how they all fit together
• Supporting students who may not have the same background knowledge or language experiences
• Modeling thinking so students can see what good readers actually do
Whether you’re in kindergarten, first grade, or beyond, this episode is such a good reminder of what really matters.
Reading aloud. Asking thoughtful questions. Giving students time to talk and process.
That’s where the magic happens. 💛
YOU CAN FOLLOW ALONG THE BOOK STUDY (AFFILIATE LINK):
Next STEPS in Literacy Instruction: Connecting Assessments to Effective Interventions Second Edition, New edition
Where can you find us?
- Hilary Statum: https://pencilstopigtails.com/
- Deedee Wills: https://mrswillskindergarten.com/