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Summarizing, Paraphrasing, and Retelling: Skills for Better Reading, Writing, and Test Taking,Used
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What's the big idea? That's a question students are asked all the time in papers, assessments, and standardized writing tests of every sort. Whether summarizing research sources or synopsizing the plot of a twohundred page novel, the ability to cut through extraneous details and describe the major themes and highlights of a text is key to success in school and in life. Until now, however, summarization has been difficult to teach and learn, but with Summarizing, Paraphrasing, and Retelling, you'll discover a powerful and practical way to teach these vital skills.Summarizing, Paraphrasing, and Retelling is a slim, doitall guide that presents everything you need for teaching kids to separate out trivial items in their reading and then identify and communicate the main ideas and crucial details. Emily Kissner breaks summarization down into smaller, more manageable skillssuch as paraphrasing, writing synopses, retelling, and restating the mainideaillustrating what good summarization looks like and how to adjust your teaching to fit your students' needs. She offers not only methods for individual and group instruction, but also handy, reproducible resources, such as assessment checklists, forms for group work, peerresponse sheets, and sample passages for students to practice with. Best of all, Kissner's approach is a studentcentered alternative to more traditional skillanddrill preparations.Supported by research and tested in classrooms, Summarizing, Paraphrasing, and Retelling gives you both big ideas for powerful teaching and important particulars to help you plan instruction and analyze your students' progress. What's the big idea behind teaching summarizing? Read Summarizing, Paraphrasing, and Retelling and find out.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Summarizing, Paraphrasing, and Retelling'? A: 'Summarizing, Paraphrasing, and Retelling' focuses on teaching essential reading and writing skills, specifically how to summarize texts effectively. It provides strategies for identifying main ideas and crucial details, making it easier for students to convey important information.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Summarizing, Paraphrasing, and Retelling' is Emily Kissner, who is known for her expertise in teaching reading and writing skills.
- Q: What age group is this book suitable for? A: 'Summarizing, Paraphrasing, and Retelling' is primarily designed for educators teaching elementary and middle school students, making it suitable for grades 3-8.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: 'Summarizing, Paraphrasing, and Retelling' contains 160 pages, providing a concise yet comprehensive guide on summarization techniques.
- Q: What are some key features of this book? A: Key features of 'Summarizing, Paraphrasing, and Retelling' include practical teaching methods, reproducible resources like assessment checklists, peer-response sheets, and sample passages for practice.
- Q: Is this book suitable for individual or group instruction? A: 'Summarizing, Paraphrasing, and Retelling' offers methods for both individual and group instruction, making it versatile for various teaching scenarios.
- Q: When was 'Summarizing, Paraphrasing, and Retelling' published? A: 'Summarizing, Paraphrasing, and Retelling' was published on January 24, 2006.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding, making it durable and easy to handle for classroom use.
- Q: Does the book include assessment tools? A: 'Summarizing, Paraphrasing, and Retelling' includes various assessment tools such as checklists and forms to track student progress and facilitate peer feedback.
- Q: Can this book help with standardized test preparation? A: Yes, 'Summarizing, Paraphrasing, and Retelling' equips students with skills that are beneficial for standardized writing tests by teaching them how to summarize and articulate main ideas effectively.