The strategies on this page are strategies for you to use while you're reading. They are here to help you think about what you're reading and build comprehension so you can apply what you have learned later.
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While you read, take notes in your notebook, on a spare piece of paper, or on sticky notes writing down anything you think is important, stands out to you, you don't understand, or you want to research more. For tips on how to take quality notes, click on the section header above.
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While you read, ask questions or make comments about the reading in order to engage yourself more in the readings. For tips and examples of questions or comments you could use, click the section header above.
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While you read, create a timeline of the chapter or unit to help you visualize what is taking place in your readings. You can either do this with pen and paper or you can use virtual timelines. Click the section header above to be taken to a timeline creator.