Reading

Reading in Our Classroom

In Grade 3, reading becomes an important part of learning across every subject. In our classroom, students will read a variety of fiction and non-fiction texts while building their fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and confidence as readers.

We will work on understanding what we read, making connections, asking questions, learning new words, and discussing our thinking about books and texts.

Daily reading at home is one of the best ways to support your child’s growth as a reader. Just 15–20 minutes of reading each day can help strengthen fluency, build vocabulary, improve comprehension, and develop positive reading habits.

Families can support reading at home by:

• Encouraging your child to read every day.

• Reading together or taking turns reading aloud.

• Asking questions such as, “What happened in the story?” or “Why do you think the character did that?”

• Talking about new or interesting words.

• Letting your child choose books and topics that interest them.

• Making reading a relaxing and enjoyable part of your daily routine.

Our goal is to help every student become a confident, thoughtful, and enthusiastic reader. The more students read, the more their reading skills will continue to grow!