Publisher's Synopsis
Matches the 2016-2017 State Standards and New York State Tests!
This workbook will develop the reading skills that students need, while preparing students for the Common Core English Language Arts Test. It offers a simple and convenient system for ongoing practice, while being focused on developing Common Core reading skills.
Skill Development Made Simple
- Provides 40 passages with questions divided into convenient sets- Short passages and question sets allow for easy 20-minute practice sessions
- Develops and builds on all the reading skills needed
- Easily integrates with student learning throughout the year
Prepares Students for the New York Common Core ELA Test
- Covers the reading skills assessed on the Common Core ELA Test- Develops both the reading and writing skills needed for the test
- Strong skill development prepares students for more rigorous assessments
- Provides practice with multiple-choice, short-response, and extended-response questions
- Focuses on key Common Core features like close reading and using evidence from texts
Full Coverage of the Common Core Reading Standards
- Covers all the Common Core reading skills that students need- Includes sets for literature, sets for informational texts, and mixed sets
- Includes paired literary texts and paired informational texts
- Additional exercises introduce and develop essential Common Core skills
- Full answer key lists the specific skill covered by each question
Key Benefits of this Workbook
- Short passages and question sets build confidence- Ongoing practice develops strong reading comprehension skills
- Reduces test anxiety by allowing low-stress practice
- Allows for convenient revision and practice as the student learns
- Provides experience with a range of passage types
- Develops the skills students need to perform well on assessments
