What is Accelerated Reader?

AR is a reading program for first through eighth grade students that . . .

• Manages student reading
• Monitors student’s comprehension
• Motivates students to read
• Increases the volume, quality, and enjoyment of reading

Why do we need Accelerated Reader®?

• Alarming statistics point out that elementary school students are spending less and less time reading independently
• The Accelerated Reader®program challenges all readers – from the novice to the most advanced bookworms - to read more quality literature at their own level

How does AR work?

• Students take an assessment test to determine their reading level
• This “STAR” test is generally given once a quarter and is designed to identify a student’s range of independent reading.
• The student is given an independent reading level rating (ZPD) based on their STAR test results.
• Student reads a book in their reading level chosen from a list of over 110,000 books with AR quizzes available.
• The target is to find material that is not too easy nor too frustrating
• Students have access to over 110,000 quizzes
• After reading the book, the student takes a quiz on the book using a classroom computer
• Each quiz is 5 - 20 multiple choice questions
• Student goal is to score 85% or higher on each quiz

How can parents help?

• Encourage your child to read
• Make time at home for reading
• Shut down distractions
• Ask your child about his or her book
• Donate a needed book to our library or your child’s ELA classroom.

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