Summarizing, Grades 5 - 6

Summarizing is an essential reading comprehension skill that students use throughout all subject areas. You and your students are sure to find Summarizing both educationally challenging and fun. Using a variety of instructional formats, such as original poetry, stories, maps, and nonfiction selections, this book will guide students through the steps that lead to writing their own summaries. By mastering summarization, students will strengthen their comprehension across the curriculum and become better communicators in everyday life.