Report Card Comments for Reading

[Student] reads grade-level text fluently with excellent accuracy and expression.

[Student] demonstrates strong decoding skills and rarely needs to sound out words.

[Student] reads with appropriate pacing and attention to punctuation.

[Student] shows excellent prosody, making the text come alive with expression.

[Student] has made significant progress in reading fluency this term.

[Student] self-corrects reading errors, showing strong monitoring skills.

[Student] reads smoothly in phrases rather than word-by-word.

[Student] accurately reads sight words and high-frequency words.

[Student] demonstrates automaticity with grade-level vocabulary.

[Student] adjusts reading rate appropriately for different text types.

[Student] is working on developing smoother reading with less hesitation.

[Student] would benefit from rereading familiar texts to build fluency.

[Student] is encouraged to practice reading aloud at home daily.

[Student] is developing decoding strategies for unfamiliar words.

[Student] demonstrates excellent comprehension of grade-level texts.

[Student] makes thoughtful inferences based on text evidence.

[Student] identifies main ideas and supporting details accurately.

[Student] makes meaningful connections between texts and personal experience.

[Student] effectively summarizes stories and informational texts.

[Student] asks and answers questions about texts independently.

[Student] identifies story elements (character, setting, plot) effectively.

[Student] understands cause and effect relationships in texts.

[Student] compares and contrasts texts and characters thoughtfully.

[Student] draws conclusions and makes predictions while reading.

[Student] analyzes author's purpose and craft effectively.

[Student] evaluates texts critically and forms opinions with evidence.

[Student] is developing skills in making inferences from text clues.

[Student] would benefit from stopping to check understanding while reading.

[Student] is encouraged to discuss books at home to deepen comprehension.

[Student] is working on supporting answers with specific text evidence.

[Student] demonstrates strong vocabulary knowledge appropriate for grade level.

[Student] effectively uses context clues to determine word meanings.

[Student] shows interest in learning and using new vocabulary words.

[Student] incorporates vocabulary from reading into speaking and writing.

[Student] understands and uses grade-level academic vocabulary.

[Student] identifies word parts (prefixes, suffixes, roots) to unlock meaning.

[Student] makes connections between related words effectively.

[Student] uses reference materials to clarify word meanings independently.

[Student] retains and applies new vocabulary learned in class.

[Student] asks about unfamiliar words encountered while reading.

[Student] would benefit from reading a wider variety of texts to expand vocabulary.

[Student] is encouraged to practice new vocabulary words at home.

[Student] is developing strategies for figuring out unknown words.

[Student] demonstrates a genuine love of reading and seeks out books independently.

[Student] reads a variety of genres and is willing to try new types of books.

[Student] shows excellent reading stamina during independent reading time.

[Student] enthusiastically discusses books and shares recommendations.

[Student] sets and achieves personal reading goals consistently.

[Student] chooses 'just right' books independently for reading level.

[Student] uses reading time productively and stays engaged with texts.

[Student] keeps track of reading in logs and journals accurately.

[Student] is developing as a lifelong reader with growing enthusiasm.

[Student] participates actively in book discussions and literature circles.

[Student] would benefit from establishing a consistent daily reading routine.

[Student] is encouraged to explore different genres to find reading interests.

[Student] is working on increasing reading stamina during independent time.

[Student] contributes thoughtfully to class discussions about texts.

[Student] listens to and builds upon classmates' ideas in book talks.

[Student] asks insightful questions that deepen class discussions.

[Student] supports opinions about texts with specific evidence.

[Student] respectfully disagrees and offers alternative interpretations.

[Student] makes connections between texts discussed in class.

[Student] leads small group discussions effectively.

[Student] brings unique perspectives to literary analysis.

[Student] demonstrates active listening during read-alouds.

[Student] responds thoughtfully in reading response journals.

[Student] is encouraged to share ideas more often during discussions.

[Student] would benefit from preparing discussion questions before class.

[Student] effectively applies reading skills to improve writing.

[Student] uses mentor texts to learn from author's craft.

[Student] cites textual evidence effectively in written responses.

[Student] writes thoughtful summaries that capture main ideas.

[Student] composes well-organized responses to literature.

[Student] uses vocabulary from reading in written work.

[Student] writes creatively inspired by texts read in class.

[Student] demonstrates understanding of genre conventions in writing.

[Student] makes connections between reading and writing strategies.

[Student] is developing skills in written responses to reading.

[Student] would benefit from using graphic organizers before writing about texts.