Do you wonder what the Lexile score means when your child brings that home? Are you confused at how to select books for your child? Do you need advice on keeping your child reading and selecting books? Please check out the resources below to help you with all of this.

What is a Lexile level:  A variety of assessment tools can be use to determine your child's Lexile level.  The Lexile level determines how well your child reads and pairs then with a list of leveled books that are challenging enough for them to improve, but easy enough for them to read independently. The Rock Hill School District uses MAP scores to determine your child's Lexile level.

How to Raise a Reader: In this article, you will get practice advice for all ages of readers.  This New York Times article also has links to books for the appropriate age and reader.

Reading List for Middle School Children: This list is broken down by age group.  These lists have a good variety of classics as well as contemporary literature to choose from.

Tips to Keep Your Middle Schooler Reading: Want to know some tips to motivate your child to read? Look at these 17 motivational tips from Scholastic.