Good readers monitor, or keep track of, their reading! Encourage your child to use this Self-Monitoring Bookmark as a tool to help with metacognition (thinking about how we think).

What you need:

  • Scissors
  • Laminator (optional)

How to prep:

  • Cut out the bookmarks (two copies provided)
  • Laminate for durability (optional)

Directions:

  1. Model asking and answering the questions on the bookmark.

  2. When reading to or with your child, pause and encourage them to ask themselves these questions when approaching an unfamiliar word.