Understanding What You Read: Reading Comprehension

Comprehension means understanding the stories and information you read. It’s like being a detective—finding clues and making sense of what’s happening!

How to Boost Comprehension

• Ask Questions: Who, what, when, where, why, and how.
• Make Connections: Relate the story to your own life or other books.
• Summarize: Tell someone the main idea in your own words.

Helpful Tricks

• Look for important details and key words.
• Use pictures to help understand the story.
• Make predictions about what will happen next.

Real-World Connections

Good comprehension helps you follow directions, enjoy books, and learn from everything you read—from science texts to fairy tales!