Experienced Reader

An Experienced Reader

• Makes choices from a wide range of material
• Is comfortable reading aloud and silently
• Is able to access a wide range of texts independently and at ease
• Is more able to cross check range of clues to assist in comprehension
• Can decode unknown vocabulary without impeding fluency
• Is developing strong references in authors and genres
• Can recommend books to others based on their reading preferences and giving reasons
• Will ask questions of the text to enhance understanding
• Is more able to appreciate nuances and subtleties
• Is able to read between the lines and make explicit connection with other reading and personal experiences

To Support Parents Can;

• Ensure access to wide range of texts
• Provide sustained periods of silent, uninterrupted reading daily
• Books groups can be set up to ensure engagement of fluent non-readers
• Create a reading environment - a corner / chair
• Provide opportunities for children to develop deeper responses to text and illustration through art, music, performance and drama
• Continue to discuss their reading with them - the discussions are as important as the reading