An Example of a Narrative for an Opportunity Tree

Using the opportunity tree, the researcher came up with possible solution to the
immediate, underlying and root causes of the existence of 679 non-readers in English from Grades 3
to 6 in the division.

Pupils must be given proper nutrition, that is, food rich in nutrients, so that they will have
good focus and concentration inside the classroom which will result to good comprehension when
they read different type of text. Pupils must also have knowledge in word attack skills in order to be
good in word recognition/vocabulary which is instrumental in having good comprehension.

As far the weak home background of pupils is concerned, there is a need to have
literate/supportive/concerned parents so that a reading culture will be cultivate inside the home.
Research published in the British Journal of Educational Psychology shows that the involvement of
fathers and mothers in creating a reading culture at home has a direct impact on a child’s academic
performance, cognitive and social development. Parents must also have suitable jobs in order to be
able to purchase appropriate reading materials that will develop love for reading among their
children.

Meanwhile, “traditional” Reading teachers must have adequate knowledge of remedial

reading strategies and materials that they can use to come up with a school reading program to
address the needs of the non-readers. These teacher must also be armed with commitment in
adopting innovative will be looking forward to every school day.

Reporter:
Edrine E. Petalcorin
An Example of a Narrative for an Opportunity Tree

Using the opportunity tree, the researcher came up with possible solution to the
immediate, underlying and root causes of the existence of 679 non-readers in English from Grades 3
to 6 in the division.

Pupils must be given proper nutrition, that is, food rich in nutrients, so that they will have
good focus and concentration inside the classroom which will result to good comprehension when
they read different type of text. Pupils must also have knowledge in word attack skills in order to be
good in word recognition/vocabulary which is instrumental in having good comprehension.

As far the weak home background of pupils is concerned, there is a need to have
literate/supportive/concerned parents so that a reading culture will be cultivate inside the home.
Research published in the British Journal of Educational Psychology shows that the involvement of
fathers and mothers in creating a reading culture at home has a direct impact on a child’s academic
performance, cognitive and social development. Parents must also have suitable jobs in order to be
able to purchase appropriate reading materials that will develop love for reading among their
children.

Meanwhile, “traditional” Reading teachers must have adequate knowledge of remedial

reading strategies and materials that they can use to come up with a school reading program to
address the needs of the non-readers. These teacher must also be armed with commitment in
adopting innovative will be looking forward to every school day.

Reporter:
Edrine E. Petalcorin