Developing Reading Comprehension

Presents cutting-edge, evidence-based interventions for dealingwith specific difficulties of reading comprehension in childrenaged 7-11. An in-depth introduction to the ‘poor comprehenderprofile’, which describes children who despite beingfluent readers have difficulty extracting meaning from text. Sets out a range of practical interventions for improvingreading skills in this group - along with comprehensive guidance onassessment and monitoring, and insightful accounts ofprofessionals’ experience in delivering the techniquesdescribed. Includes an overview of psychological theories of readingcomprehension, evaluating their practical applicability.