Scenario 3

Discussion: Discovering Development * Module 3 Page 8 (3) Scenario 3

6/4/2016

Scenario 3:

A 4½-year-old holds a book upside down when asked to “read” a book; can identify objects in the pictures when asked, but is not able to retell the story when prompted.

48 Comments

Jessica Haley

11/5/2018 08:54:02 pm

Correct the book, and then read it with the child.

Taylor Clack

11/6/2018 03:03:11 pm

I would help the child by teaching how to hold books correctly so he/she can have better understanding about what happened in the story and point out the pictures in the right order.

Melinda Tandiono

11/14/2018 08:30:05 pm

I agree to teach the kid how to hold the book properly then I will ask them to retell the story and see how far she can get if that book has been read previously.

stevie marie marracci

12/28/2018 04:19:36 pm

Yes I agree. I would show them how to correctly hold the book and let them continue

Morgan link

11/7/2018 01:04:53 pm

I would say this child is a little behind and would try correcting the way they are holding the book and go back over the story

Jessica Isaacs

12/27/2018 09:47:32 am

This shows me that he needs more one on one work so I can teach him the correct way to hold a book.

Hannah Folsom

11/8/2018 09:08:24 am

This child is most likely no developing properly, most children even at as young as 3 should be able to speak and at least be able to recognize things when pointing at them in stories, because the child can't comprehend or properly identify what is happening or at least something in the story there is a possibility that they will need further help, I would try to work with the child and as we read pages I would point to the pictures and ask him "is that a ...." so that that child can properly understand what somhing is but still be the ones to confirm yes or no, i would also try to summarize what happened on each page but also in a question so that the child can think specifically about what is happening.

Padmaja Kondeti

11/9/2018 05:39:15 pm

Firstly i will try to find out that the child is doing for fun or it his/her habit.If it is a habit we need to help child to hold book properly and will read story keeping his /her in the place of book character so that the child can relate and try to remember and tell the summary.

Louis Berticevich

11/12/2018 05:30:32 pm

I would ask the child what they know about the book. After hearing what they know, I'd show them the correct way to hold the book when reading and then I'd read it to/with them. Afterward, I'd ask them to retell me the story.

Hannah

11/14/2018 06:10:17 pm

Similarly I would correct the book and talk to the child about the book, look at pictures without reading the story and see what he/she says about the pictures when prompted. Then read through thr story with the child and have them retell/summerize the story back to me.

Gianna

11/13/2018 03:31:11 pm

I would say this child is not out of the realm of developmental normality. I would first ask the child if the book was being held upright. I would keep an eye on the child during free reading time and make sure they understood which way to properly hold the book when attempting to read.

Brianda Kukulka Heredia

11/13/2018 03:49:51 pm

I would put the book right side up and read to the child the story a few times. Children have very short attention spans and he/she might not have paid attention through out the entire book.

dena

11/14/2018 04:01:24 pm

I would prompt the child with questions that would allow the child to think for themselves in discovering how their learning in this situation could be more helpful in understanding the context. helping the child to see for themselves where they could make beneficial changes for themselves.

Makenzie

11/25/2018 11:58:08 pm

I would correct the way the book is and have them look at the pictures and make inferences based on what they think of books gonna be about have them read it to me have them tell it best they can and I’ll read it to them so they can hear it but it sounds like and see if they can comprehend from listening versus from reading and go back-and-forth the help develop comprehension, asking questions at the end for understanding.

Ciara Szabo

11/15/2018 08:45:06 am

I would help the child read the book up right and progressively move from one page to the next to help the child. Having them summarize one page at a time is a method that may help the child pro-long the memory.

Makayla

11/15/2018 07:50:42 pm

This child is not at the same level of education as others kids his age. Other kids his age should be able to retell a story. I would point out pictures in order as the child reads. I would also use props and let the child use the props to retell the story. Then take away the props when you think they are able to retell the story without the props.

siara

11/16/2018 11:53:11 am

correct how the child is holding the book and then sit down with them to read the book until they can tell me the story.

Jennifer

11/17/2018 01:41:05 pm

Of course I would correct how the child is holding the book. I would praise them for identifying the pictures. I would read it and ask them to re tell the story. I would observe them at other reading times and if the behavior continues I would inquire about a planned reading assessment..

Heather

11/17/2018 05:00:03 pm

I would say the child is a bit behind on development. I would turn the book around and make sure to praise them for the pictures they can identify. I would read them they story and make sure to point at the pictures and show how they are helping to tell the story. Hopefully that would help them to better understand and remember the story. I would see if they would like to "read" stories with other children in the class and then they could see how the other students are using the pictures to tell the story as well.

Ginger Clapper

11/17/2018 07:19:15 pm

I would try to prompt them to turn the book the right way by asking pointed questions to see if they could recognize that it was upside down on their own. I agree with the above suggestion of asking what the child knows about the book and then point out others parts of it that they might have missed.

Emily Repp

11/17/2018 10:32:43 pm

I would teach the kid how to hold the book properly because by now, they should know the correct way.

Jana Samuelson

11/19/2018 11:01:40 am

This child would be a bit delayed. I would encourage independent reading more often in class where students get to choose books, look at books and read books. I would also make sure I am teaching lessons that include how to hold a book, what are the parts of a book, and how to read a book by looking at pictures. Then I would work with that student individually to see what they know and reinforce lessons we have learned in class which I hope would lead to beginning reading and retelling of stories.

Robyn

11/19/2018 06:06:19 pm

This child needs some one on one attention as they appear to be a little behind. Helping the child learn the difference between upside down and right side up to start and making sure they have books that are appropriate for their skill level. Repeating the book with the child so that they can begin to connect the words with the pictures and then work into having them repeat to you what it was about.

Emma Hodgson

11/22/2018 03:27:10 pm

This child falls slightly behind developmentally. I would work closely with this child to identify how to read a book the right way up - look at features that give us clues. I would praise the child for what they can do and read the book with the child to model good reading and understanding. Talking about the book with the child can help deepen their understanding of it and encourage them to revisit the book independently thereafter.

laxmi

11/23/2018 01:18:46 pm

I will take the example of the picture which is upside down ..and ask the child do we think this is the rgt way ,making him to identify the correct way and then will teach him how to narrate a story ..relating pictures in sequence.

Amber

11/23/2018 04:10:25 pm

I would gently help the child with the right way to hold the book, look at the details, colors of the pictures in the book and try and repeat the same example daily as time allows with that individual child.

Jason

11/25/2018 04:59:32 pm

I would flip the book upside up and have them tell the story their eyes beforehand and then read it with them. In order for them to recall the story, if that were the goal, I would reread it with them over the span of a couple of days, and ask them questions while we are reading it considering what they are observing in the book so it is an interactive process as opposed to a passive one.

Brenda Figueroa

11/26/2018 09:28:48 am

That child seems to be normally developing according to the guidelines but they should probably know which direction the book goes since they should be starting to recognize letters and words. They should also be able to tell a story. Maybe work with them on reading each day to improve this.

ALysha Phelps

11/27/2018 09:29:08 pm

I would say the child is in the realm of normal develpoment but just needing a little support. We would work on how we hold books and then seeing if slowing down page by page will help them better recite the book. We can also help jog their memory by asking them to make predictions of then they believe will happen in the book to get them thinking about it.

Victoria DeanEwing

12/1/2018 08:00:57 pm

Definitely agree with this. They are in the realm of normal deveopment, but extra support is needed. Asking questions and having them make predictions, will give them a clearer understanding by having them think and coming up with their own response. Will also help them think what could come next?

Sheridan Zimmerer

11/28/2018 02:22:04 pm

The child should already recognize that the pictures are upside-down. I would point this out to the child and help them recognize the problem. By staying consistent the child should begin to correct it himself. In order to help with recall, I would ask the student questions throughout the book to help their memory when we summarize after reading.

Victoria Dean Ewing

12/1/2018 07:51:51 pm

By observing this I would realize this child needs more individual work during independent reading time. I would show the child how to hold the book correctly right side up. I would give the child compliments and praise for the things their able to identify. Maybe try to repeat the book a few times so the child can become familiar with it, hopefully leading the child to connect the pics with words. Talk about the book so it can deepen their thoughts and understanding of it. Possibly use props to help with understanding. Ask questions and answer questions the child has.

jennifer

12/2/2018 02:21:09 pm

Because this child cannot recall the story at all at 4 and a half and if the child is read the story in his predominant language, I would consider this a red flag in need of intervention. The ability to recall a story should be mastered in the third and fourth year. Identifying objects in the book is a good sign but not recognizing the book is upside down is concerning. I would replace the book he is holding with a more familiar book and hand it to him right side up. I would observe him opening it and record his ability to track from left to right and turning the pages right to left. I would work on these skills until he had them mastered and determine if he could recall a more familiar, more developmentally appropriate book. I would also use rhyme to encourage memory, recall and interest. I would observe to rule out attention problems.

Brandie Storck

12/9/2018 05:28:57 pm

Each time the child asks me to read the book i would say, "oh it looks like the book is upside down" and correct it. Saying it loud enough and doing it right in front of them may help them understand instead of telling them that it is wrong.

Kaitlynn McCabe

12/9/2018 10:36:07 pm

I would turn the book right side up and ask them if the story made more sense that way and ask them why they think that. As well as continue to practice this with them daily.

Camille Le Men

12/11/2018 06:51:46 pm

I would obviously correct the way to hold a book and then read it, but I would also document it and see if there are other clues of possible developmental delay. And start planning specific activities around retelling stories to assess, help the child learn more and pinpoint a possible delay.

Annie Li

12/12/2018 10:24:07 pm

Not all books are read the same way. Teach child to recognize the book cover and page numbers to help them identify which way the book/ Author intended to be read.
Work with child page by page. Provide manipulative objects, acting out the scene, or find book recordings for child to practice at home until the child is familiar with story.

Jada Latimer

12/16/2018 05:39:30 pm

I would first sit down with the child and correct the way they are holding the book. I would the read the book to the child and ask questions about the pictures in the book as well as point things out to the child.

Inez Labrier

12/22/2018 05:58:22 pm

Making one observation is not making a true assessment of the child's ability. Use different scenarios, a different book, and examples of how you retell a story and how you hold the book properly to pinpoint if there is a delay it would surface numerous times after some effort on my part to creatively recreate the initial scenario

Kyrsten

12/23/2018 02:37:09 pm

I would teach the child how to hold the book correctly and how to recognize when the book is upside down. Then I would read the book to the child and ask questions based on what I read to help them better understand it.

Dana

12/26/2018 04:39:25 pm

I would ask the child if the book looks upside down to them. I might point out something about the book like, "Look at that kitty cat, it's upside down. Let's turn the book right side up so the kitty is upright." Then i read the book to the child and point out things about the book that are right side up, "Look how the branches on the tree are growing up toward the sky. Just like the one outside our window! Look at that!" I would make a note of the observation and then watch to see if the child picks up all books upside down or if it was a one time thing. I would note any progress or regression.

Taquoia Bentley

12/28/2018 04:09:43 pm

At this point the child should be able to realize that the book is upside down and should be able to notice the words go for left to right. I would help the child by showing them the proper way to hold the book and let them know that they are holding the book the wrong way.

Arlonda Harris

12/28/2018 04:10:23 pm

I would help the child by showing them the proper way to hold the book. The teacher could also show them that the words are read from left to right.

Sheridan Turner

12/29/2018 04:32:07 pm

This child is not developing within the typical continuum. 4 1/2 year olds should be able to mimic the action of reading a book as well as retain information from a story.

Noelle Low

12/29/2018 09:25:55 pm

I would ask the child if they see anything that needs to be corrected and then help them to position the book the right way, while explaining the ways to determine whether or not the book is right side up. After that, I would observe whether or not the child continues to pick the books up the wrong way and make a note of it.

maria link

12/29/2018 10:28:42 pm

i would show them how to hold the book the right way. Then i would let them finish telling me the story.

Haily Campbell

12/30/2018 12:03:19 am

While yes the child may be a bit behind, I would simply correct how they are holding the book and then work through the story with them and have they repeat to me what had happened or details of the story.

Amber

12/30/2018 02:24:28 pm

I would help the child by explaining that a book is right side up when the pictures look right. I would ask them questions about each page as I read it to them to help them retain the information.

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