MAP 7th Grade Reading

A comprehensive course to build reading comprehension, analysis, and critical thinking skills for the MAP 7th Grade Reading test.

Understanding Main Ideas and DetailsMaking Inferences and Drawing ConclusionsUnderstanding Vocabulary in Context
Analyzing Author's Purpose and Point of ViewInterpreting Literary DevicesComparing and Contrasting Texts
Reading Instructions and Informational TextsInterpreting Charts, Graphs, and VisualsSummarizing and Paraphrasing
Active Reading TechniquesTime Management During the TestUsing Context Clues for Tricky Questions
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Practical Applications

Interpreting Charts, Graphs, and Visuals

Reading Beyond Words

Sometimes information is shown in pictures, charts, or diagrams instead of paragraphs. Being able to read visuals is a superpower!

Types of Visuals

  • Graphs: Show trends and numbers.
  • Charts: Organize information.
  • Maps: Show locations and directions.
  • Photos/Illustrations: Add detail to the text.

Why Visual Literacy Matters

It helps you:

  • Quickly spot important information.
  • Answer test questions that use visuals.
  • Understand the news, sports stats, and more.

Real-World Connections

You'll use this skill when:

  • Reading a weather map to plan your day.
  • Checking sports scores in the newspaper.
  • Figuring out how to get from one place to another.

Examples

  • Using a bar graph to see which movie genre is most popular in your class.

  • Interpreting a map in a travel guide to find fun local attractions.

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Summarizing and Paraphrasing