Over the sumer, how can I improve my reading comprehension and vocabulary

Question

Enjoy summer learning

Answer 1

📚 Summer Reading Success Plan By Ms. Michele W. – Your Learning Coach!

Hey there, superstar reader! Want to boost your reading and vocabulary skills this summer? Here's your step-by-step action plan to grow your brain while still having fun.

✅ Your Summer Reading Action Steps

1. 🔍 Read a Little Every Day
2. Aim for 20–30 minutes a day.
3. You can read anything: books, comics, magazines, blogs—even menus!
4. 📖 Mix It Up! Read different types of materials:
5. Fiction (stories, chapter books)
6. Non-fiction (articles, biographies, fun facts)
7. Poetry, graphic novels, and even song lyrics!
8. 🗣 Learn New Words
9. Keep a "word collector" journal.
10. Write down interesting or tricky words you find. Try to use them in a sentence later!
11. 🤔 Ask Questions While You Read

Stop & ask yourself: “What just happened?”; “Why did the character do that?”

“What is the main idea?”; This helps you remember and understand more!

1. 📚 Reread If Needed

1. 🎧 Try Audiobooks Too
2. Listening while following along with the text helps your brain absorb more vocabulary.
3. ✍️ Talk or Write About What You Read

💡 Extra Tip: Get a Tutor!

If reading feels hard or you want to get ahead, summer is the perfect time to work with a tutor. A tutor can:

1. Help you understand tricky books
2. Build your confidence
3. Teach you fun strategies to become a stronger reader

Ask a parent or guardian to help find a tutor that’s right for you!

🎉 Final Thought

The more you read, the more your brain grows! Think of reading like a workout for your brain—do a little each day, and you’ll see big results when school starts again.

You've got this!

— Ms. Michele Wolber Landkron 🌟

Your Reading Coach & Cheerleader



( Michele W.) works with students from Pre-K to 8th grade and have a literacy endorsement as well as a certified teacher license. With 30 years of experience working with students in a variety of jobs I have you covered . Need a tutor. Message me or book an instant schedule appointment.

Answer 2

Hello! To improve your reading comprehension, I would suggest that you keep a vocabulary journal as you read. Noting down different vocab words you struggle with (or find interesting!) can be very helpful. I would also suggest experimenting with reading different genres (poetry, sci-fi, literary fiction, non-fiction, etc.) Wish you all the best on your summer reading journey!

Answer 3

Dear Learner,

I would recommend that you spend some time at your local library if you have access to one. Ask the librarians there to recommend some books that might interest you, or let your own explorations of the shelves expand your interests and knowledge. Some of the best books I've ever read - I've found by accident, in libraries across my city.

As for vocabulary, I would recommend you do several things. First, sign up for Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day. This will teach you a word a day, in context. Second, make a list of interesting words that you come across whose meaning you want to remember. Make sure you look up every word you come across that you do not understand. Otherwise, you are wasting a valuable opportunity, especially if you cannot directly figure out the meaning of the word based on context clues.

My penultimate tip is to keep a list of all the books you read and your thoughts on them. I recommend this to all my students.

Of course, another way to boost your vocabulary and reading comprehension skills would be to work with a professional tutor such as myself. I am currently accepting new students!

Wishing you much success in your reading journey!

Learn well,

Caitlin

Answer 4

Hi. You've asked how to improve your readings comprehension and vocabulary over the summer. One of the best ways is to read what interests you, whether it's sports, travel, fashion -- or maybe classic literature. As you read, take some notes about what has captured your attention during your reading. Write down new vocabulary words and look them up in an online dictionary. Then write a short summary of what you've read, including main ideas and details that have made an impression on you. If you can't remember something specific, return to the reading to locate it.

This practice works very well for strengthening focus, comprehension, and vocabulary skills.

I wish you much success!

Maggie