ALT Quick tips: Make it intentional. Every reading needs to have a clear purpose that all students understand. Invite students to set the agenda. Create opportunities for students to create their own purpose for reading based on their curiosities to increase engagement. Define the terms. Explain what central means and what idea means so students recognize the difference between a summary or tiny fact and a central idea. Take it easy. You can practice this skill with accessible texts such as visuals, videos, or even pop culture examples before asking students to try it with challenging academic texts to develop student confidence.