Reading Level 1 — Beginner
Pre-Test
Comprehension Skills
Previewing and Predicting
Previewing
Predicting
Identifying Topics and Main Ideas
Identifying the Topic of a List
Understanding Paragraphs
Identifying the Topic of a Paragraph
Identifying the Main Idea
Scanning
Scanning for Letters and Letter Combinations
Scanning for Key Words and Phrases
Scanning for Information
Recognizing Patterns
Recognizing Time Order
Listing Pattern
Sequence Pattern
Making Inferences
Making Inferences from Pictures
Making Inferences from Riddles
Making Inferences from Conversations and Stories
Comprehension Skills Practice Test
Vocabulary Building
Dictionary Work
Using the Dictionary
Parts of Speech
Finding the Right Meaning
Word Parts
Prefixes
Suffixes
Word Forms and Families
Guessing Meaning from Context
What Is Context?
Guessing the Meaning of Words
How Words Work Together
Phrases
Parts of Sentences
Personal Pronouns and Possessive Adjectives
Vocabulary Building Practice Test
Thinking in English
Thinking in English Practice
Thinking in English Practice Test
Study Skills
Dictionary Words
Choosing Words to Learn
Storing and Studying New Words
Tips for Reading Tests
Language in Context
Appendices
Appendix 1 Taking Notes: Identifying Key Ideas
Appendix 2 Underlining and Highlighting
Appendix 3 Reading Strategies
Appendix 4 The Most Common Words
Appendix 5 Transitions for Time Order
Appendix 6 Transitions for Patterns
Post-Test
Answer Key
