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In the lesson “Fingers Are For Reading,” students learn how to use their fingers as tools to help them read by breaking down larger words into manageable chunks. By covering parts of a word and sounding out smaller sections, learners can improve their reading skills and gain confidence. The lesson emphasizes that practice with this technique can enhance reading abilities and make learning new words more enjoyable.
  1. How can your finger help you read big words?
  2. What do we call the smaller parts we make when we use our fingers to read?
  3. Why is it fun to use your finger when you are learning new words?

Fingers Are For Reading

Hey there! Did you know that your fingers can help you read? That’s right! Fingers aren’t just for playing or picking things up. They can also help you learn new words!

Using Fingers to Chunk Words

When you see a big word, it can be a little tricky to read. But don’t worry! You can use your finger to break the word into smaller parts, or “chunks.” This makes it easier to read the word step by step.

Let’s Try It!

Here’s a fun way to use your finger for reading:

  1. Look at a word that starts with two consonants, like “stop.”
  2. Use your finger to cover the last two letters of the word.
  3. Sound out the first part of the word: “st.”
  4. Move your finger away and read the last part: “op.”
  5. Now, put the two chunks together: “stop.”

See how easy that was? Your finger helped you read the word by breaking it into smaller parts!

Why Fingers Are Helpful

Your finger is like a little helper when you’re learning to read. It helps you focus on one part of the word at a time, so you don’t feel overwhelmed. Remember, your finger is there to help you read better!

Practice Makes Perfect

Try using your finger to read other words. The more you practice, the better you’ll get at reading. Have fun exploring new words and using your fingers to help you!

Happy reading!

  • Have you ever used your fingers to help you read a word before? Can you think of a time when it helped you understand a tricky word?
  • What other things do you use your fingers for when you are learning or playing? How do they help you?
  • Can you find a big word in a book or around your home and try using your finger to break it into chunks? What word did you choose, and how did it feel to read it this way?
  1. Word Chunk Hunt: Go on a word hunt around your home or classroom! Find objects with names that have more than one syllable, like “pencil” or “window.” Use your finger to cover parts of the word and sound out each chunk. Can you put the chunks together to say the whole word? Try this with three different objects and share what you find with a friend or family member.

  2. Finger Reading Relay: Pair up with a friend or family member. Take turns picking a word from a book or a list. Use your finger to cover parts of the word and read it in chunks. After you read the word, pass the book or list to your partner and let them try with a new word. See how many words you can read together in five minutes!

  3. Chunk and Draw: Choose a word from your favorite storybook. Use your finger to break it into chunks and read it aloud. Then, draw a picture of what the word means or represents. Share your drawing with someone and explain how you used your finger to read the word.

Here’s a sanitized version of the transcript:

Hey Bert, did you know that fingers aren’t just for picking your nose? Fingers are also for reading! You can use your finger to break a word into smaller chunks, making it easier to read. Here is a word that starts with two consonants. You use your finger to cover the last two letters, sound out the letters, and blend them together. Take away your finger and read the end of the word. Now put the two chunks together: “stop.”

Remember, Bert, this is what your finger is for—to help you read!

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