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ESL034 (Intermediate Reading & Writing)

A library website that helps ESL034 students with their Extensive Reading assignment. Instructors Jennifer Rueda and Patryk Mrozek.

Expectations for "good" things to read

For your Extensive Reading assignment, you should read for pleasure. Below are some hints to help you choose what to read.

  • Find a book that isn't too easy or too difficult! ​
    • Hint: Use the 5 Finger Rule to help you find the right reading material.
  • Online books, magazines, and newspapers listed on this library website are good.
  • Online websites recommended by Jennifer are good.
  • Children's and Young Adult online books from your local public library are good.
    • Hint: Reading aloud to your children is good for this assignment!
  • Do NOT read your textbook for this assignment.

5 finger rule

Read the first page. Count the words you do not know.

  • If there are more than 5 words you do not know, this book may be too difficult.
  • If you know all the words, the book may be too easy.

Find a book you like!

  1. Choose something you are interested in! Do you like mystery? Romance? Fantasy? Books that are movies? Non-fiction?
  2. Read the back of the book and the inside cover.
  3. Ask your friends! Did they read a good book? Why did they like it?
  4. Ask a librarian to help you find a book you like.

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