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Here are some scaffolding tips that teachers and parents can use to support students with the Reading Spot Challenges: Start Simple: For younger students or those new to the idea, begin with just a few easy and accessible spots, like reading in their bed or a favorite chair, before moving to more complex ones like building a fort. Provide Visuals: Use pictures or icons to represent each reading spot challenge. This is especially helpful for pre-readers or emergent readers when tracking progress. Model the Behavior: Show students what reading in a specific spot looks like. A teacher could share a photo of themselves reading under a tree, or a parent could read in a blanket fort with their child. Offer Limited Choices: Instead of presenting all the challenges at once, offer a choice between two or three spots for their next reading session. Pairing: Encourage reading with a buddy – a sibling, parent, or even a favorite stuffed animal. Reading aloud in a new spot can be less intimidating with company. Break Down Tracking: For tracking, provide clear, simple methods. A sticker chart for each spot completed works well for younger kids. Older kids might write a simple sentence about their experience in each spot. Connect to Known Routines: Link the challenge to existing routines, like "after breakfast, find a new spot to read for 15 minutes." These tips can help make the Reading Spot Challenges accessible and enjoyable for all students, regardless of their age or previous experience with similar activities. Safety Note: Please remind parents and guardians to ensure that any chosen reading spots are safe and appropriate for the child. Reading should always take place in a secure and supervised environment.