Using Primer Passages to Improve Reading Comprehension

Quick, less than 5 minute, tip for reading comprehension for students with autism. Using a primer passage is a simple strategy that can be used with almost any text or story. Check out the video here:

I've also made a free set of outer space themed reading passages that come with primer passages already written. The link is below. Here are the resource links from the presentation: “Drawing a Blank: Improving Comprehension for Readers on the Autism Spectrum” by Emily Iland - https://amzn.to/3eeaqXV “Priming: A Way to Introduce New Activities to Students with Autism” - https://www.autismhomeschoolsuccess.com/single-post/2019/01/19/Priming-A-Way-to-Introduce-New-Activities-to-Students-with-Autism Planets-Themed Reading Comprehension Activity Packet for Students with Autism (Free Download) - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Reading-Comprehension-Passages-Activities-Quizzes-for-Autism-Planets-Theme-3211189