[MOSAIC] Comprehension in general

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Hi Bill,
 
I applaud that you have hung in there to try to get them motivated but  maybe 
they can't relate to those films. They might as well be in another  language 
for some kids. If they have no comprehension at all, then I wonder if  they 
could take all the pieces together to make some sense of it. Perhaps no one  at 
their homes thought it was an important enough assignment to actually leave  
them alone to watch it. Parents might not understand the value of watching a  
movie. When you say they have no interests, do you know what they do outside of 
 school? What do they watch on TV? Maybe you could show a quick 1/2 hour show 
and  talk about it. Or what about picture books, maybe first start with a 
read aloud.  I know it's tough when you have a non-motivated bunch. Have you 
discussed with  the kids the fact that you are beside yourself with them? I would 
recommend  Chris Tovani's book: I Read It But I Don't Get It. Good Luck!
 
Sue
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