RUNNERS Reading Strategy

The RUNNERS reading strategy can be used to help students with their reading, especially on tests, such as the E.O.G.

RUNNERS

Read the title and introduction, determine the genre, look at any pictures, and predict what you think the selection is about.

Underline the important key words in the questions as you read them.

Notice any numbered paragraphs.

Now read the selection and as you read...

Enclose any key words or clues that can help you find your answers.

Re-read the questions and all answer choices; mark out incorrect responses.

Select the best answer!