📖 Print & Cut Instructions:
Cut along the borders to create three bookmarks. Laminate for durability and use as reading reminders!

🪄 Think-Aloud
Scripts

🔮 Making Predictions

“I wonder what will happen next…”
“I have a feeling something’s about to go wrong!”
“Let’s see if my prediction was right…”

🔗 Making Connections

“This reminds me of when we…”
“This character is brave like…”
“This is just like when you felt…”

✨ Expressing Wonder

“Wow, I never knew that!”
“I wonder why the author chose…”
“That’s an interesting word!”
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🌸 Think-Aloud
Scripts

❤️ Showing Emotions

“Oh no! I’m so worried for him!”
“That made me laugh out loud!”
“Aww, that’s such a sweet moment.”
“Whoa, that surprised me!”

🧩 Problem-Solving

“Hmm, that’s a tricky word. Let me look at the picture…”
“Wait, I’m confused. Let me re-read that.”
“Let’s break this word into parts…”

💡 Pro Tip

Start with just ONE think-aloud per reading session!
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📚 Joyful Reading
Reminders

🌟 Show Your Joy

Let your face, voice, and body show how much you love the story!

💭 Think Aloud

Share your predictions, connections, and reactions as you read.

📖 Read Everywhere

Model that reading fits in all situations—couch, car, park, waiting room.

🎉 Celebrate Finishing

“I just finished my book! Let me tell you what I loved about it…”

🔥 Remember

Joy is contagious. When you light up, they light up!
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