Includes bibliographical references : (p. 202-204) and index.
Foreword / Laura Robb -- Closer reading: closer than what? -- Choosing a complex text for close reading -- Getting in the mindset of close reading -- Supporting readers before close reading -- Supporting readers during close reading -- Supporting readers after close reading -- Moving students toward independence in close reading -- Digging deeper in close reading through rereading, small-group instruction, and independent reading -- Close reading for the common core-and more -- Appendices: 1. Templates for designing close reading lessons -- II. Sample lesson plan for shared reading:'She was THAT kind of lady' -- III. Templates for after reading -- IV. Websites for short texts -- V. Bibliography of picture books for close reading.