99R-Spring 2014

The many planets that make up the solar system orbit (go around) the sun. How are the ideas our author uses like different planets? How do they all orbit (go around) the author’s thesis and main idea?

Evaluating Generalizations - Tip of the Week

In this article, “Why boys’ literacy skills lag behind girls’”, from Deseret News by Mercedes White, what notes would you make in the margins to help you understand it better? Write it in the comments.

Make sure to keep a pen/pencil close when reading a text. Marking notes in the margins is a great way to sum up ideas, comment on issues, connect to other readings, or ask questions.