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HOW TO DEVISE A SUMMER READING PROGRAM FOR YOUR CHILD

6/1/2017

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Required summer reading has never been popular among many students at any age/grade level. Don't worry parents. There is a way to approach this task, so that it is more manageable and rewarding for your child! Here are 5 key components for devising a summer reading program for your child.

 1. Find out what books are a part of core literature for their new grade level and purchase them to read. This will create familiarity and comfort going into the school year. You can also use their summer reading list as a guideline for the type of literature they will focus on.during the year.

 2. Depending on your child's current reading level, set a goal to read at or beyond grade level. Some students may be willing to read and take risks (e.g. sound out challenging words) in a more comfortable environment (home) without the potential of being judged or mocked by classmates. Summer is the perfect time to close the gap by improving upon decoding, fluency, and reading comprehension.

 3. Read everyday and incorporate it into their daily activities. It doesn't have to be sitting at home and reading in a quiet space for a designated amount of time each day. For example, if you will be going on a family vacation have them read facts about the place you will visit. They can learn ahead of time about tourist attractions, population, climate, etc.

 4. Find different reading spaces in which to read. Create an environment at home that feels comfortable to read in. It can be inside or outside. A  reading nook or study room at the library, or small coffee shop are also excellent choices. Be creative!
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 5. Keep a reading log. This is a terrific way for your child to track their progress.

These are simply components to get one started. Definitely make it your own based upon your child's personality and personal preferences!
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Now do you feel better about your child’s summer reading? 







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Rosemerry Blash link
8/21/2017 10:49:04 am

Reading is so important for our children. I remember working with my child in reading when he wasn't thrilled about it. One of the things I did was let him read into a tape player and then listen to himself afterwards. Part of the fun was just using the tape player. Now a days children would probably really enjoy recording themselves on an ipad of iphone or even an android. Any of those devices would be fun. An adult can share the experience so that the child can feel supported and hear what good reading should sound like. This is a great post with great ideas. Thank you for sharing these summer time reading ideas.

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Elaine link
8/21/2017 03:00:31 pm

Great post. Reading is so important. I even get my two little ones to read ebooks for something different. :)

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Stena Schmitt link
8/21/2017 09:41:52 pm

Learning while on vacation or before vacation is a great idea. This allows children to be engage in conversations while in the car, at the dinner table, or other places where they may have to wait. Children who are engaged in conversation also build up their vocabulary better than those who are in front of a screen.

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