Reading Test Strategies

State testing is officially underway- 1 day down, 2 more to go! I am so excited for my kids this year. Not only did we have 100% attendance today, but every single child used their strategies. Wahoo!!!

I’m sure some of you teachers out there can relate to this stress of standardized testing. Students have worked hard all year to ensure they can pass this test. In the third grade, if you do not pass the mandated state test, you must repeat the grade. Now that is stressful! Of course, if I as a teacher can provide evidence that the student has shown significant growth on other academic tasks throughout the year, it is up to the principal to make the final decision. Let’s hope that won’t even be an issue this year!

I have seen some strategies shared on Pinterest that I want to incorporate into next year’s instruction.  I also figured there are even more ideas that my blogging audience can share.

Here are the strategies we use for Reading both fiction and nonfiction stories:

Fiction:                                                                                                                                                 Non Fiction:

What strategies do you teach your students to use (not just with state testing)?

Post pictures if you have them!

About the author, Gretchen

I am a teacher trainer and coach. Working elbow to elbow with teachers and teacher leaders to ensure instructional proficiency and student achievement soar lights me up. We have a real need in our nation for strong educators to remain in the field. My blog, book, podcast, courses and instructional materials are geared towards empowering teachers (and those that lead them) to receive the support needed to grow and thrive today, tomorrow and always.

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