Below is a reminder that we will begin DIBLES TESTING Wednesday, January 8th. Mid Year testing is much harder for the kids than the beginning of the year testing, adding in the fact that they are just returning from an extended break yikes!!!!
- They will have 1-1 minute timed test to read some NON-SENSE words which assesses their ability to blend/read words as well as 3-1 Minute timed tests in which they will be reading a DIFFICULT passage and then do a DETAILED RETELL of each passage. Many students get nervous to read the 3 passages. Students who have been reading on a consistent basis and who have a good foundation usually do well. Please reassure your student that they just need to do their best.
- Have them remember that in CVC (consonant, vowel, consonant) words like: set, bat, get and big, the vowel sound is usually short. CVCe (consonant, vowel, consonant, e) words like: Mike, shake, bake and fine have an “e” at the end that tickles the 1st vowel and makes it say it’s name usually. Vowel teams such as ea, ee, oa, ai like: beak, meet, goat and snail follow the rule, 1st vowel says it’s name usually. When they come to a word with an”ed” or “ing” have them cover up the affex and read the root or main word then add the ending. Another VERY important tool they can use is to look for words within words.
- Some things you can do that will help your student be more successful are to make sure your student has a good night sleep, breakfast and is on time to school. GOOD Routines are so important!
