Accelerated reader

What do I need to read? Each month, students are required to read one nonfiction book and one fiction chapter book on their own for independent reading. In order for the book to count towards their AR goals, students must received at least a 70% on the AR test. 

How will I receive a grade? Students will receive a grade for these two AR tests each month. 

What are bonus books? Once students complete their two required books for the month, any additional books read will be bonus books. Bonus books will rotate between nonfiction and fiction/nonfiction chapter books. This prevents students from only reading shorter nonfiction books.

If a student reads a chapter book that is worth 5 or less points, it will count as one bonus book. If the book has between 6-10 points, it will be worth two bonus books. 11-15 points would be equivalent to three bonus books and so on. 

There will be small rewards for reaching certain milestones for bonus books. When a student reaches 10, 20 , 30, 40, and 50 bonus books, a reward will be earned. If a student reaches 50 books, they will be included in the "50 Book Club." Members of the "50 Book Club" will have a special prize at the end of the year in May.