We have started to implement the AR (Accelerated Reader) program in the classroom. The goal is to encourage students to focus on comprehending stories read by themselves or by a teacher or parent. Another goal of AR is to encourage students to choose books that are the right level of difficulty for them (not too easy, not too hard, but just right). Students are even able to challenge themselves with higher level books. All while allowing students to feel a sense of accomplishment and self pride when they do well on a quiz.
All that being said, Varner has gone to a Web Based AR program. Allowing students access to ALL AR reading tests that are out there and much more. There is a Home Connection Option that is GREAT! Now parents can access what their child is doing daily in AR on-line at home. Log-in information was sent home in your child's agenda today.
With your support at home, via a mini conversation, your child will benefit even more from this program. You will be able to ask your child about the book, encourage him/her to select a more difficult book if your child is consistently scoring a 100% & the books seem too easy, reread a book with him/her if he/she struggled with the quiz, or even read a book at night and remind him/her to take a quiz the following day.
A SIDE NOTE: WE DO NOT HAVE ACCELERATED MATH JUST ACCELERATED READER!
As always, thank you so much for your support in your child's education.
