4th Grade Reading

4th Grade Reading focuses on developing comprehension, vocabulary, and critical thinking skills through engaging texts and literature.

Study Strategies

Asking and Answering Questions

Becoming a Curious Reader

Good readers ask themselves questions as they read and try to answer them. This keeps you interested and helps you understand better.

Question Words to Use

  • Who
  • What
  • Where
  • When
  • Why
  • How

Try to answer your own questions as you read. If you can't, look for clues or ask someone for help!

Examples

  • You ask yourself, 'Why did the main character get upset?' and look for the answer.

  • You wonder, 'What will happen next?' and keep reading to find out.