Manchester Township Public Schools

Whiting Elementary School

Mrs. Benedict – Special Education

For the Pure Joy of Reading:

One of the most important things I have learned in doing picture book lessons is that no matter what their age, all students love to be read to. For the struggling reader, this may be the only time they can enjoy the magic of a book without frustration and pain. According to Regie Routman, author of Invitations: Changing as Teachers and Learners K-12,

“Reading aloud is the single most influential factor in young children’s success in learning to read. Additionally, it improves listening skills, builds vocabulary, aids reading comprehension, and has a positive impact on students’ attitudes toward reading.”

Best of all, they learn to love books - what more can you ask for?

Geri Testa McCann

Excerpt from NJEA Review

Are you making reading interactive?

When your child reads by herself, she can still benefit from talking about the book with you. Answer the following questions yes or no to see if you’re encouraging this:

Do you read the same materials as your child so you can discuss them?

Do you ask about what your child is reading?

Do you encourage your child to join book clubs?

Do you bring your child to reading-related events at the library?

How did you do?

Each yes answer shows you’re encouraging your child to communicate about reading. For each no answer, find ways to change your answer to yes.

Mrs. Benedict doing a cartwheel for great grades!

Way to go kids!

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Updated Tuesday, April 01, 2008