Repeated readings help students with fluently. Make 2 copies of a page of text . Put them in clear plastic sleeves. Set timer for one minute. Go over errors.

Fluency is the ability to read a text accurately, quickly, and with expression

•A fluent reader reads smoothly and is interesting to listen to.

Ways to Foster Fluency:

Repeated Readings

Readers Theater

Shared Reading

Parner Reading

Choral Reading

Books on Tape

Echo Reading


How can we foster reading fluency?

  1. Paired or “Buddy” Reading. The easiest and best way to help your child develop fluency is to sit with your child and read! … 
  2. Reread Favorite Books. Another way parents can help develop fluency is to build a tall stack of books that your child can read quickly and easily. … 
  3. Record It.
  4. Reader’s Theater (select shorter passages for early readers)

10 Strategies for fluency

  • Record students reading aloud on their own. … 
  • Ask kids to use a ruler or finger to follow along. … 
  • Have them read the same thing several times. …  Check out Six Minute Fluency
  • Pre-teach vocabulary. … 
  • Drill sight words. … 
  • Make use of a variety of books and materials. … 
  • Try different font and text sizes. … 
  • Create a stress free environment.




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