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Free Reading Strategy Posters for the Classroom

Help students become confident, active readers with this poster set that outlines essential reading strategies before, during, and after reading.

๐Ÿ“š Overview

This free printable set of Reading Strategy Posters provides students with a clear framework for approaching texts thoughtfully and effectively. With strategies categorised into before, during, and after reading stages, these posters support comprehension, critical thinking, and language development across subject areas.

Ideal for English, EAL, and Humanities classrooms, the posters help learners at all levels build habits that improve their reading engagement and understanding.

โœ… This poster pack provides:
  • Pre-reading strategies to activate prior knowledge and preview the text
    During-reading tips to identify key ideas, decode unfamiliar words, and interpret meaning
  • After-reading strategies that encourage reflection, discussion, and extended learning
  • A student-friendly, structured approach that supports independent reading and classroom tasks
๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿซ Teaching Tips
  • ๐Ÿ“– Reading Routines: Introduce a strategy from each stage at the beginning of a reading unit or activity.
  • ๐Ÿ’ฌ Literacy Centres: Use the posters as part of rotation stations where students practise active reading techniques.
  • ๐Ÿง  Reading Journals: Encourage students to use the poster prompts to guide written reflections or reading logs.

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