Five Finger Test!
What
is the Five Finger Test you ask? It is a way to 'test' a book to see if
it will be a perfect fit for you. Books that are at your level will
help you grow as a reader. A book that is easy is totally fun but will
not stretch your abilities. A book that is too hard can be very
frustrating. Here are the steps of the 'test.'
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Select a book that looks interesting to you.
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Open to the middle of the book to a page that has few pictures. It should have lots of words.
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Start to read the page. It is a good idea to read in a whisper voice or aloud so you can hear where the problems crop up.
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Get your fingers ready! Each time you come to a word that you don't know, put up a finger.
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If you have five fingers up before the end of the page, consider waiting to read this one or have someone read it to you.
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If you have no fingers up by the end of the page, this is an easy one for you. Sometimes 'easy' is just what you want. Read it and enjoy.
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If you have two to four fingers up at the end of the page, this may be just the book to help you grow as a reader.