The Girl Who Drank the Moon

Glerk and Xan's Situation

• Glerk did not approve of the baby's arrival and expressed his disapproval daily
• Xan, on the other hand, was delighted and refused to listen to Glerk's concerns

Fyrian's Behavior

• Fyrian, the tiny dragon, was thrilled about the baby's arrival and sang loudly, albeit off-key
• He sang "Babies, babies, babies" from morning till night, much to Glerk's dismay

Transformation of the Habitation

• The entire habitation was transformed within two weeks, with diapers, baby clothes, and bonnets hung out to dry
• Freshly blown glass bottles were also seen drying on newly constructed racks

Reading Comprehension

• Reading comprehension is essential for success in school and life
• Strong readers think actively as they read, using their experiences, knowledge, and reading strategies to make sense of the text

Key Elements of Reading Comprehension

• Using experiences and knowledge of the world to understand the text
• Understanding morphology, vocabulary, and language structure
• Employing reading strategies to overcome comprehension problems
• Creating a mental model of the text as they read

Teacher's Role in Reading Comprehension

• Teachers can play a critical role in helping students develop their comprehension skills
• Reading research has shown that comprehension instruction can improve students' understanding and retention of what they read