Retelling

Students read or listen to a text, then retell it to a partner from memory.

Procedure

1. Students read a short text (or listen to a recording).
2. Put the text away.
3. Retell the key content to a partner from memory.
4. Partner asks clarification questions.
5. Optional: retell to a second and third partner for fluency gains.

Tips

• Combine with 4-3-2 timing for maximum fluency benefit.
• The retelling doesn't need to be word-for-word — key information is the goal.