Approach Quote by Marie Clay
“As the child approaches a new text he is entitled to an introduction so that when he reads, the gist of the... story can provide some guide for a fluent reading.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Reading Recovery, Marie Clay, 1975
Advocates providing children with introductory context to aid fluent reading comprehension.
In simple terms: Give kids background before reading.
Key Takeaway
Provide context for better reading.
Themes
education
literacy
comprehension
Mood
supportive
analytical
Type
educational
practical
When to use this quote
- classroom instruction
- home reading
- teacher training
Key Concepts
Scaffolding
cognitive development
reading strategies
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance guidance with independent discovery?
- What contexts best support diverse learners?
A Different Perspective
Over-reliance on introductions may limit independent inference.
