Publisher's Synopsis
Matches the New Next Generation Learning Standards introduced in 2017!
This workbook will develop the reading skills that New York students need, while preparing students for the New York State English Language Arts tests. It offers a simple and convenient system for ongoing practice, while being focused on building strong reading skills.
Skill Development Made Simple- Provides 40 passages with questions divided into convenient sets
- Includes sets for literary texts, informational texts, and paired passages
- 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
Helps Students Prepare for the New York State ELA Tests
- Covers all the reading skills that are assessed on the state tests
- Provides practice completing multiple-choice, short-response, and extended-response questions
- Additional exercises provide practice completing more complex tasks
- Students gain extensive experience understanding, analyzing, and responding to a wide range of passages
Full Coverage of the New Next Generation English Language Arts Standards
- Covers all the reading skills listed in the new standards
- Additional exercises introduce and develop essential key skills
- Full answer key lists the specific skill covered by each question
Key Benefits of this Book
- 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
