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Kick, Pass, and Run: A Comprehensive Guide to Can Reading Level

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Kick, Pass, and Run is a highly effective reading instruction approach that helps students develop strong reading comprehension and fluency skills. This engaging and comprehensive guide provides an in-depth look at the Kick, Pass, and Run methodology, its benefits, and how it can be implemented in classrooms.

Kick, Pass, and Run (I Can Read Level 2)

by Howard Pyle

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Language	:	English
File size	:	46625 KB
Print length	:	64 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Paperback	:	104 pages
Item Weight	:	5.7 ounces
Dimensions	:	6 x 0.26 x 9 inches

What is Kick, Pass, and Run?

Kick, Pass, and Run is a reading instruction approach that focuses on developing students' word recognition, fluency, and comprehension skills. It is a three-part approach that involves:

Kick: Students read a short, controlled text passage to develop word recognition and fluency skills.
Pass: Students answer comprehension questions about the text passage to assess their understanding.
Run: Students read a longer, more challenging text passage to apply their reading skills and demonstrate their comprehension.

Benefits of Kick, Pass, and Run

Kick, Pass, and Run offers numerous benefits for students, including:

Improved word recognition and fluency: The "Kick" phase helps students develop strong word recognition skills, which are essential for reading fluency.
Enhanced comprehension: The "Pass" phase assesses students' comprehension of the text passage, helping them to identify and understand key concepts and ideas.
Increased reading stamina: The "Run" phase challenges students to read longer, more challenging text passages, building their reading stamina and endurance.
Motivating and engaging: Kick, Pass, and Run is a fun and engaging approach to reading that motivates students to learn and improve their skills.

Implementing Kick, Pass, and Run in Classrooms

Kick, Pass, and Run can be easily implemented in classrooms through the following steps:

Select a text passage: Choose a short, controlled text passage for the "Kick" phase and a longer, more challenging passage for the "Run" phase.
Introduce the Kick phase: Have students read the short text passage aloud, focusing on word recognition and fluency.
Conduct the Pass phase: Ask students comprehension questions about the text passage to assess their understanding.
Introduce the Run phase: Have students read the longer, more challenging text passage independently or in small groups.
Assess student progress: Monitor students' progress through informal observations and formal assessments, such as running records or comprehension quizzes.

Kick, Pass, and Run is a proven reading instruction approach that can significantly improve students' reading comprehension and fluency skills. By providing a structured and engaging approach to reading instruction, Kick, Pass, and Run empowers students to become confident and successful readers.

Kick, Pass, and Run (I Can Read Level 2)

by Howard Pyle

4.6 out of 5