Life Skills | Environmental Print | Maps | Directories | Guides | Special Education | Locating Information | Reading Comprehension. Practice real-life reading opportunities with these ready-to-use activities designed to prepare students for the real world. Students get tons of practice interpreting and understanding highly-visual signs and charts then learn to apply what they have read in their everyday lives. Whether finding a store at the mall, taking a road trip, or looking for tonight's football game on your TV schedule, reading directories, guides, and maps is an essential part of everyday life. However, some students need specific instruction and practice before they are able to understand, interpret, and use what they have read in these unique and complex formats. These colorful lessons are sure to motivate even the most reluctant learners while they improve their essential life skills. Contents Include: 10 Full-Color, Realistic Environmental Signs/Graphics. (measure 8.5"x11"). Print these or display them on your whiteboard or digital device. 10 Follow-Up Comprehension Activities for EACH card. 100 Comprehension Questions! SUMMARY: This visually exciting unit provides the practice students need to build confidence, while increasing reading comprehension and essential life skills. Each of the 10 highly visual "cards" portray a specific real-life reading challenge. Follow-up questions require students to refer back to the card as they read, interpret, and use the information. Great for individual students or small groups! Reading Level 3 - 4 Interest Level 4 - 12

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