What is Accelerated Reader?
AR is a computerized reading management program. Students select and read books of their choice and take computerized tests when they finish reading the book. The program keeps track of all the tests taken and points earned for each student. The tests are made up of 5, 10, or 20 comprehension and recall questions. After completing the test, the student is shown how many questions were answered correctly. The program shows the answers for the questions missed and awards reading points to the students record.
AR challenges students to achieve and supports a literature based reading program. It gives instant information and reinforcement for their efforts. The AR program is another opportunity for staff and parents to push the students to read beyond the classroom setting. The focus is on READING.
How can I help my child be successful with AR?
The best help you can give your child is your own example. You can model independent and shared reading. Discuss books and literature in your family. Create opportunities to read together each morning or evening. Provide positive reinforcement or praise for your child's efforts with the AR program. A positive reaction may encourage your child to try even more tests.
How much can I help my child with AR?
The purpose of AR is to motivate kids to read, read, read. With younger students and beginning readers, you could share the reading with the student. The student could read a page and their reading buddy the next page, taking turns. Our goal is improved reading AND understanding.
Please discourage your child from taking quizzes on books they have not read. Some feel they have seen the movie and are ready for the test. Many times this results in a poor score, not to mention it is cheating.
AR is a computerized reading management program. Students select and read books of their choice and take computerized tests when they finish reading the book. The program keeps track of all the tests taken and points earned for each student. The tests are made up of 5, 10, or 20 comprehension and recall questions. After completing the test, the student is shown how many questions were answered correctly. The program shows the answers for the questions missed and awards reading points to the students record.
AR challenges students to achieve and supports a literature based reading program. It gives instant information and reinforcement for their efforts. The AR program is another opportunity for staff and parents to push the students to read beyond the classroom setting. The focus is on READING.
How can I help my child be successful with AR?
The best help you can give your child is your own example. You can model independent and shared reading. Discuss books and literature in your family. Create opportunities to read together each morning or evening. Provide positive reinforcement or praise for your child's efforts with the AR program. A positive reaction may encourage your child to try even more tests.
How much can I help my child with AR?
The purpose of AR is to motivate kids to read, read, read. With younger students and beginning readers, you could share the reading with the student. The student could read a page and their reading buddy the next page, taking turns. Our goal is improved reading AND understanding.
Please discourage your child from taking quizzes on books they have not read. Some feel they have seen the movie and are ready for the test. Many times this results in a poor score, not to mention it is cheating.