Giving materials for repetition and Child Development in Montessori Education Introduction

What are the different types of reading materials?

Reading materials can be found anywhere and everywhere. Children typically have access to books as their primary reading material in the classroom which give them wide access to different reading levels, stories and genres. There are many other types of reading materials that children can use to practice their developingreadingskills. However, finding more options of different reading materials can help support reluctant or struggling readers. These include:

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  Magazines:There are lots of great magazines for kids, both at the corner shop and available for digital downloads.
  
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  Comic books:Don't discount the power of comics to hook kids on reading. They are a great way to teach your children about the back and forth of dialogue.
  
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  Newspapers: You can find human interest or local story articles in any newspaper to share with your children and students. This can help both develop their reading skills and their understanding of the surrounding community.
  
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  Play scripts:Explore what it might be like to be on screen or stage by reading a few scripts together. You can even put on a play after reading them.
  
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  Poetry:Grab a collection of poems or sit down and write some with your children. Rhyming is an important skill for reading, and having your children write poems on their own is a great way to build that skill.
  

And so much more! Explore the shelves of your local library or shops to find the best reading materials to work for your children.

What are the different reading genres?

By finding the right genre for the individual student can be the best way for you to encourage your student to read in their leisure time. These include:

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  Mystery/ Detective fiction:Mystery fiction is a story or narrative in which something unexpected or unexplained happens, and the characters work towards solving the mystery. Mystery fiction stories are good for getting children engaged with books and literature, as they are encouraged to keep reading to reach the conclusion of the mystery.
  
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  Science fiction: Science-fiction (sometimes shortened to sci-fi or SF) is a genre of speculative fiction. These stories typically deal with imaginative and futuristic concepts such as advanced science and technology, space exploration, time travel, parallel universes, and extraterrestrial (alien) life. Science-fiction stories are very popular with young children as they are filled with imagination, adventure and discovery - everything you might want in a story!
  
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  Fantasy: Fantasy is a genre of fiction that typically, taking inspiration from myth and legend, is set in a fictional universe and features supernatural characters and mythical creatures. Fantasy stories area wonderful escape from the norm which makes them so popular with children. As fantasy stories often feature more complex storylines with mysterious characters and plots, they provide excellent reading practice and a great genre for writing practice.
  
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  Adventure Stories:Adventure stories are the tales that often include something exciting and extraordinary, often a quest or a mission. Follow a brave hero through twists and turns that you never expected. From escaping some kind of danger, going on a quest to discover something mystic and magical. Reading adventure stories in the classroom and home is a fantastic way to encourage your students to get lost in a good book.