1. We’ve discussed writing questions before, during, and after reading, as well as coding them “A” or “UA.” Let’s build on our idea of answered and unanswered questions by introducing thick and thin questions.
2. Thick questions are usually unanswered questions. Thick questions begin with thinking stems like “Why do you think…?” and “How would you feel if…?” Thick questions challenge you to form your own thinking based on what you’ve searched for and found in the text.
4. Thin questions are usually answered questions. Thin questions begin with thinking stems like “When…?” and “Who…?” Thin questions help you keep track of your understanding and ‘check-in’ with the basic parts of the story, like plot, characters, and setting.
6. Guided and Independent Practice Now, you’ll practice writing thick and thin questions by: Reading an article (your choice) from Time for Kids and writing at least three thick and thin questions. 2) Share questions back at the carpet to check understanding. 3) Write at least 5 thick and thin questions during 20 minutes of IDR,
