Relier Pairs Reading strategiesVersion en ligne Reading strategies par jose david mendoza coreas 1 I look quickly for one or two key words, dates, or names I need 2 I read to myself, moving my eyes quickly and steadily across the text, not saying the words 3 I pay close attention to little words like "however," "therefore," "in conclusion 4 I break apart a complex word to see if I recognize any root words, prefixes, or suffixes 5 When I see a new word, I use my knowledge of how letters and sounds work togethe 6 I read what the text actually says and suggests 7 I look quickly over the text, checking the title, headings, and first/last sentences of paragraphs to get the general gist 8 If I don't know a word, I look at the words surrounding it 9 I draw a web or bubble chart with the main idea in the center and related details branching out Scan the Text for Specific Information Use Graphemic Rules and Patterns for Decoding Analyze Vocabulary Guess When You Aren't Certain Skim the Text for Main Ideas Capitalize on Discourse Markers Distinguish Between Literal and Implied Meanings Use Efficient Silent Reading Technique Use Semantic Mapping or Clustering