Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.
What is the right kind of book for my child to read?
You can help your child find thosejust right books that are on his/her reading level. Use the 5 finger rule when determining if a book is just right for your child. Have the child read a book and hold up a finger each time they have to decode or pause over a word. If they hold up 4-5 fingers, the book is too hard. This is not a good level for your child to try and read; however it could be a great book for you to read aloud to your child. Children should be able to read all or most of the words in a book to be reading at the appropriate level.Back to Top
You can help your child find thosejust right books that are on his/her reading level. Use the 5 finger rule when determining if a book is just right for your child. Have the child read a book and hold up a finger each time they have to decode or pause over a word. If they hold up 4-5 fingers, the book is too hard. This is not a good level for your child to try and read; however it could be a great book for you to read aloud to your child. Children should be able to read all or most of the words in a book to be reading at the appropriate level.
If my child can read, should I still read aloud to him/her?
Yes! Children still love to be read aloud to. You are providing a great model for them by reading aloud. Also, children are able to comprehend text and stories that they may not be able to actually read for themselves. Hearing good stories will introduce them to new vocabulary, and new features like character and setting. Hearing an adult read aloud will also help your child's fluency - the ability to read smoothly, with expression, and attending to punctuation. Hearing you read fluently will help your child do so.Back to Top
Yes! Children still love to be read aloud to. You are providing a great model for them by reading aloud. Also, children are able to comprehend text and stories that they may not be able to actually read for themselves. Hearing good stories will introduce them to new vocabulary, and new features like character and setting. Hearing an adult read aloud will also help your child's fluency - the ability to read smoothly, with expression, and attending to punctuation. Hearing you read fluently will help your child do so.
My child lost his/her word sorts or homework. What should I do?
If homework or word study sorts are lost during the week, please either email me or send a note in with your child. I will send home an additional copy. Please help your child develop the skills of being responsible for his/her materials, including the Daily Folder, homework, and book bag.Back to Top
If homework or word study sorts are lost during the week, please either email me or send a note in with your child. I will send home an additional copy. Please help your child develop the skills of being responsible for his/her materials, including the Daily Folder, homework, and book bag.