100 Book Challenge
The 100 Book Challenge is a framework for inspiring, monitoring and rewarding student empowerment in reading achievement. It was designed to provide the systematic social and instructional supports children require to develop successful reading (learning) lifestyle, we must fundamentally re-think existing systems for book access, student engagement, parent involvement and teacher learning.
The 100 Book Challenge program provides the following:
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On-going assessment to fit the right books with the right child. |
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An expansive core library of books that have been carefully read, analyzed, leveled, and tested with children and teachers - and which can be easily, promptly and economically ordered |
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A support system which provides teachers with the hands on coaching they need to establish their classroom libraries, help children select. appropriate books, instill in their children a love of reading, and give direct instruction to children during their independent reading. |
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An evaluation system that keeps accounts/track of the numbers of books read, and the gains in literacy. |
Some suggestions to do every night to help your child become a better reader:
| Provide the time and opportunity for your child to read his 100 Book Challenge color-coded book every day. |
| Make sure your child ha a relaxed, comfortable place to read. |
| Encourage your child to read his/her book silently. Provide help only if needed. |
| Sign your child's log after he/she reads. |
Helpful hints for taking good care of books and book bags:
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Clean hands |
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Keep away from food and drinks |
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Keep out of reach of younger siblings |
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Keep away from curious pets |
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Return to school bag as soon as you are finished reading. |
Provided by Schweitzer Kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Katz.