How to Improve Reading Comprehension in the 6th Grade

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Read many books and try to write a summary of each item you've read.

   Have limited words or sentences.
   
   Try writing a summary which is less than 80 sentences.
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   Step 2: Select reading materials that are below your grade level.

   , Doing this will set the pace for reading, as well as provide hints as to what to look for in the passage. , Examples of such questions are :
   Who are what is the story/article about? What is happening? Be sure to answer these questions in your own words. ,,,, Browse different websites which could assist you. , They will be happy to help you improve in school! , Pay attention to every detail and take notes. , Tutors can really spruce up your grades because they have materials that mostly fit into every child's needs and their specific learning type.
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   Step 3: If there are questions

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   Step 4: read the questions before reading the actual passage or article.

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   Step 5: If there are no questions at the end of the article after reading

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   Step 6: make sentences of your own.

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   Step 7: Follow the acronym: R – read a paragraph A – ask yourself what the paragraph is about P – put the main idea in your own words.

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   Step 8: Note the main idea as to what the article/story is about.

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   Step 9: Ask your teacher if he/ she can give you extra work for homework.

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    Step 10: Use the internet.

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    Step 11: Ask your parents for help.

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    Step 12: Take after school courses.

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    Step 13: If possible

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    Step 14: hire a tutor.

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