Even when presented the same text, readers often have different interpretations of what they are reading. As mentioned in 'The Case of the Messy Hands' article, Debra Goodman points out that "good reading means 'making sense,' not 'getting the words right'"(190).
...How do we make sense of this?
...WE PLAY!
One fun strategy for making sense of language revolved around a detective-like game called, Messy Hands. If something confuses you while you're reading, then (pretend) to make a smudge over that confusing part.
What word can make sense in place of that smudge?
Meaning clues and language clues are KEY
to solving any reading mystery!
Also, here's a hint provided by Debra Goodman:
If you can't come up with a good guess for one of the smudges, then just keep reading!
You can always go back later.
The Case of the Messy Hands activity would be a fantastic strategy to integrate into the classroom. My suggestion? Let the kids actually get messy and play with their words!
...How do we make sense of this?
...WE PLAY!
One fun strategy for making sense of language revolved around a detective-like game called, Messy Hands. If something confuses you while you're reading, then (pretend) to make a smudge over that confusing part.
What word can make sense in place of that smudge?
Meaning clues and language clues are KEY
to solving any reading mystery!Also, here's a hint provided by Debra Goodman:
If you can't come up with a good guess for one of the smudges, then just keep reading!
You can always go back later.
The Case of the Messy Hands activity would be a fantastic strategy to integrate into the classroom. My suggestion? Let the kids actually get messy and play with their words!
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