Accelerated
Reading!
Hello First Grade
Families,
Starting in November we will be working on Accelerated Reading (AR) in class. This is a program that
allows students to take comprehension tests on the books that they read at
school and/or home. Students earn points based on the length/difficulty of the
book and how many questions they answered correctly. This program really
challenges students and also helps them make good decisions when choosing a
book that is right for them.
Since this program
is completely online, they can take tests at home if you choose. This is NOT a requirement or
extra homework. Students may ask if they can take a test at home, so
here is what you do:
2.
Or there is a link labeled AR/Star on the school website, my
website, and the class blog website.
3. Click on “I’m a
Student”, and then enter your child’s username and password. (I will send your
child’s username and password home)
4. Click on “start
working” under Accelerated Reader.
5. Search for the book
you want to test on, and click take test!
6. Some books will have vocabulary practice and quizzes as well.
Students may do those, but I keep track of the reading quizzes only right now.
*Most books are
worth ½ point - 1 point. Longer books, including chapter books are worth more.
If you are reading a book with your child, he/she can take a test on those
books as well! Students who earn their goal points by the end of 1st quarter will earn a AR Party!! Please let me know
if you have any questions. HAPPY READING!
Mrs. Sheeran
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