As with any endeavor, performance improves with practice. Accelerated Reader™ helps teachers manage
and monitor your child’s independent reading practice. Your child picks a book at his/her own level and reads
it at his/her own pace. When finished, your child takes a short quiz on the computer. Passing the quiz is an
indication that your child understood what was read. AR™ gives both children and teachers feedback based
on the quiz results, which the teacher then uses to help your child set goals and direct ongoing reading
practice.
Click here for guides that will help your child participate in your school’s summer reading program using
Accelerated Reader, including:
A Parent’s Guide to Accelerated Reader - This guide is designed to answer your questions about AR.
A Parent’s Guide to Renaissance Home Connect™ - Renaissance Home Connect provides parents
with a snapshot of their child’s reading progress, including average percent correct on quizzes,
number
of points earned, and results on the last quiz. This guide will help answer your questions
about
Home Connect.
Selecting the right books for your child to read is easier than ever. Just visit www.arbookfind.com to access AR BookFinder™. With a few clicks of a mouse, you can search for titles at the appropriate level that your child will find interesting and enjoyable. For more information on AR BookFinder, click here.
Reading logs allow you to see at a glance how your child is spending their time. A log is also motivational by making their reading visual and helps them see how much they have accomplished.
