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Preparation for the 2017-2018 STAAR Reading Tests!

This workbook will develop the reading skills that Texas students need, while preparing students for the STAAR Reading test. It offers a simple and convenient system for ongoing reading practice, while being focused on building strong reading comprehension skills.

Skill Development Made Simple

- Provides 40 passages with questions divided into convenient sets
- Short passages and question sets allow for easy 20-minute practice sessions
- Develops and builds on all the TEKS reading skills needed
- Easily integrates with student learning throughout the year

Prepares Students for the STAAR Reading Test

- Develops all the reading skills that are assessed on the STAAR Reading test
- Strong skill development prepares students for more rigorous assessments
- Students gain experience understanding, analyzing, and responding to passages
- Provides practice answering questions like those found on the real test

Full Coverage of the TEKS Standards

- Covers all the TEKS reading skills that are assessed on the state test
- Includes literary texts, informational texts, and paired passages
- Additional exercises focus on introducing and developing key TEKS skills
- More rigorous tasks encourage deeper understanding and more advanced thinking
- Full answer key lists the specific skill covered by each question

Key Benefits of this Workbook

- Short passages and question sets build confidence
- Ongoing practice develops strong reading comprehension skills
- Reduces test anxiety by allowing low-stress practice
- Allows for convenient revision and practice as the student learns
- Provides experience with a range of passage types
- Develops the skills students need to perform well on assessments