Language Arts Skills Index
The Language Arts and the Math and Science Skills Indexes are designed to help you integrate the TV411 videos, web lessons, and print downloads into your classroom's curriculum. Use the dropdown menu below to browse the full catalog of our language arts materials by the skill or content area they address.
| Type | Description | Skill/Content |
|---|---|---|
| Lesson |
Reading Medicine Labels Over-the-counter (OTC) medicines can help people feel better. But they can also cause harm if they are not taken according to instructions. It's important to read and understand medicine labels—especially if you plan to give those pills to a small child. |
Reading Comprehension |
| Lesson |
Reading the Fine Print About to sign a contract? Tempted to buy something you’ve seen in an ad? Hold on a minute. Did you check out the fine print? |
Reading Comprehension |
| Lesson |
Scanning for Specifics Ever try to read a big instruction manual or how-to book to find out how to fix or do something? It helps to scan the sections to find what you need quickly. |
Reading Comprehension |
| Lesson |
Science in the News Many new stories contain scientific terms that are unfamiliar. However, like any vocabulary words, they can be learned with a little practice. They’ll come in handy, especially on the Science section of the GED. |
Reading Comprehension |
| Lesson |
Tips for Multiple Choice Questions Many tests, like the GED, use multiple-choice questions to assess what you know. These questions can be tricky – but don’t worry. Come to the test prepared – and try some of these tips when you look for the right answers. |
Reading Comprehension |
| Lesson |
Write Your Autobiography We all have stories to tell about our lives. Why not write them down? The trick is to write them well so your readers keep turning the pages! |
Reading Comprehension |
| Print Lesson |
Personal Story Click on the title to download the worksheet. |
Reading Comprehension |
| Video |
Video: Campaign Promises A voter explains how to read a campaign poster with a critcal eye. |
Reading Comprehension |
| Video |
Video: Highlighting A woman explains how using a highlighter when you read helps you with comprehension. |
Reading Comprehension |
| Video |
Video: Language of Leases A couple reads the fine print on a lease and makes a list of questions before signing. |
Reading Comprehension |