#10 Close Reading: Main Idea, Answering Questions and Making Connections (Reading Comprehension)

The video tutorial explains the process of close reading, which involves reading a text three times to enhance comprehension. The first read focuses on understanding the main idea and summarizing the content. The second read is about answering specific questions, often requiring evidence and inference. The third read encourages making personal connections to the text. The tutorial uses the book 'The Digger and the Duckling' as an example and provides tips for each reading stage.

What strategies should you use during the second read to find answers?

What connections can you make to your own life after the third read?