Avoid the "Summer Slide". Scholastic reports that, "by reading 4 or more books kids can avoid the summer slide". You want to help your child retain their knowledge from the previous school year.
There are some great FREE programs out there to encourage children to read over the summer.
* Check your local library
My local library lets children of all ages, including adults, participate. By reading a certain number of books participants will earn prizes halfway through and a goody bag and free book once they reach their goal. Call or check the website of your local library for details.
* Local book stores
For example, Barnes and Noble, requires children to read 8 books. Log the book titles on their printable list and you can earn a free book. Once again you can check the website of your local book store or call the store.
* http://www.scholastic.com/summer/
Scholastic is offering a summer challenge. Log on to their website to record the minutes you read each day. Parents can also find a special section just for them. This area recommends reading lists, a printable certificate of completion and other activities.
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Welcome!
Welcome to my "What They're Reading" blog! My name is Shannon and I have been a primary school librarian for the last 9 years. I teach at a K-2 school in Middle Tennessee and am the mother of two boys. I love children's picture books and would one day like to write a few on my own. I'm hoping this blog will also give me the "excuse" I need to write more often.
The purpose of my blog is to share some good books for young readers in grades kindergarten, first and second. I will also share some of my lesson plans and ideas I have for specific books. This blog will be great for kids, parents and teachers
I am asking that if you find this blog really useful that you consider making a donation that will go towards paying off my student loan debt. Thanks to Dave Ramsey's baby steps this is my final and largest debt, next to my house. If you wonder who I'm talking about check out his website http://www.daveramsey.com/ Thanks to his teachings we have paid off over $150,000 in debt over the last 6 years. I paid out-of-state tuition for my Master's Degree so any donation would be appreciated!
You can send a donation via my PayPal account - murphy1620@yahoo.com
The purpose of my blog is to share some good books for young readers in grades kindergarten, first and second. I will also share some of my lesson plans and ideas I have for specific books. This blog will be great for kids, parents and teachers
I am asking that if you find this blog really useful that you consider making a donation that will go towards paying off my student loan debt. Thanks to Dave Ramsey's baby steps this is my final and largest debt, next to my house. If you wonder who I'm talking about check out his website http://www.daveramsey.com/ Thanks to his teachings we have paid off over $150,000 in debt over the last 6 years. I paid out-of-state tuition for my Master's Degree so any donation would be appreciated!
You can send a donation via my PayPal account - murphy1620@yahoo.com
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