Making Notes

Worksheet Description

This Synthesis worksheet is a structured guide to help students engage with a reading material through the process of synthesis. The worksheet prompts students to articulate their initial thoughts about what they believe the story is about and any questions or wonders they have before they begin reading. As they read, they are encouraged to note how their thoughts evolve and what new insights they gain, culminating in a section where they can reflect on their current thinking after reading.

The worksheet is designed to teach students the active process of synthesis as they read. It prompts them to predict, question, and reflect, thereby fostering a deeper interaction with the text. This method helps students to build critical thinking and reading comprehension skills by encouraging them to connect prior knowledge with new information and to continuously refine their understanding of the text. Ultimately, the goal is to enhance the students’ ability to assimilate and interpret complex ideas in a thoughtful and reflective manner.