Retells Sentence Examples

Whenever we read a novel, short story, poem, or academic essay, we're looking at a form of narration. The art of storytelling (or academic writing) takes a lot of consideration. Choosing a topic isn't enough. We must also choose how to convey the topic to the reader. In a moment, we'll work through three types of narration: first person, second person, and third person. Each serves its own purpose.

Choosing great read-aloud chapter books for first graders can bridge the gap between picture books and novels. Six through eight-year-olds have all the imagination and energy of younger kids, but are starting to read well on their own too. As parents and teachers encourage independent reading, it’s easy to forget how reading aloud with these kids is still beneficial.