Dear readers,
If you could design your own summer reading program, what would it be? Research shows that when kids consistently read just right books at a high volume they show progress in their reading levels. This simply means if you read A LOT (let's say on average 20-30 minutes a day) and are reading books that provide a slight challenge but you comprehend, you will improve. One of my main goals as a teacher is for you to not see reading as an assignment or a chore, but rather a privilege and a chance to encounter our world beyond the walls of your home and our school. I want you to take risks and challenge yourself and your beliefs by choosing books that will help you grow as a human being, not just a scholar.
That said I love for my students to THINK, CREATE, and DESIGN their learning experiences. I am curious as to how you would design your summer reading expectations if you had no guidelines but were committed to progressing as a reader. Feel free to think outside the box and be as creative as you want.
When answering this question, explain what your summer reading program would be and why. Be sure to proofread your writing before you post it.
I am excited to read your ideas and possibly use them for future students.
Ms. Sikes