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PrePALS Reading

Self-guided reading course for students wanting additional support as they prepare to take any course requiring college-level reading.

Additional Practice Activities

Visit any of these sites, choose a passage to read and then complete the accompanying activities (vocabulary, comprehension, extension writing prompts, etc.) 

Nonfiction

Fiction

The Bedrock of Truth (A short story written by Amanda Zieba - 4,000 words, level 6.5)

Additional Reading and Writing Activities

Reflective Journal Write

Choose a different essay from the This I Believe essays main hub. Then read it and write a reflection journal including personal reactions.  

More Main Idea and Supporting Detail Practice Readings

Choose a different essay from the This I Believe essays. Then identify the main idea/s and supporting details in each. 

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