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Connections

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  • DOMAIN(S)
    Communication, Language, and Literacy (CLL)
  • INDICATOR(S)
    CLL3.4b
  • AGE GROUP(S)
    48-60 months

Before reading, explain to the children that they will be giving you a sign when they feel a connection to the story, something in the story that makes them think of something else. For example, when reading Giraffes Can't Dance by Giles Andreae, one child might think of a time when she saw a giraffe an at animal park; another child might remember when his brother said he couldn't dance. Come up with a simple gesture, such as making a fist and extending your thumb and pinky finger, as if you were signing the letter “y.” Point your thumb toward yourself and your pinky towards the book. Rock your hand back and forth several times. Stop reading when the child makes the gesture. Ask him to tell you about the connection. Or, if everyone makes the sign, say “I see everyone is connecting to this page. Have you all seen a giraffe?” This can be done in small group.  

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