Research has demonstrated the importance of learning with books that students can read accurately, fluently and with good comprehension. When selecting a book for reading, tutors need to consider language and picture support as well as the child's interest in the book topic and prior knowledge needed for understanding. This excerpt from the LEARNS Literacy Assessment Profile helps tutors select books that are appropriate and in planning the tutoring session.
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