VisualizingVisualizing refers to the ability to create mental pictures in our mind based on the text we read or words we hear. When we visualize, we are tapping into our prior knowledge, making connections, gathering information and paying attention to detail. It is one of many skills that make reading comprehension possible. Visualizing can help young students who are having trouble reading. By creating images in their mind, these children can get a better understanding of the text when using their five senses, which can make reading a much more enjoyable experience.
When working with imagery, teachers should students to focus on the most important part of a story and describe it. Focusing on only one image helps students organize their thoughts and avoids confusing responses. If students report seeing images that do not match the text, they have probably misread something. Encourage them to reread the material silently and see if their images change. If students consistently misread, break up stories into short segments and follow silent reading with oral reading. This strategy focuses the students' attention on the need to read more carefully (Jennings, Caldwell, Lerner, 2014). Before Reading
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