Accelerated Reading Program

Each classroom has a computer, containing the Reading Eagles program, for reading comprehension-testing purposes. Students choose a book from the Reading Eagles site within their reading level range, read the book, and then take the computerized comprehension test. Reading Eagles books in the SouthLake library are marked with “AC” on the spine. A link to a web-based search engine can be found on EdLine.

Prizes are awarded monthly as students reach various point levels. The point levels are used to challenge and motivate students to read. Awards are posted on EdLine monthly.

Reading Eagles books should only be read during the term of the Reading Eagles Program. Students should wait until the start date of the program to begin reading books. Please encourage your child to read books on his reading level. Books should not be read that are well above or well below a child’s reading level just for the purpose of collecting points. Reading books above reading levels or reading multiple books before taking tests can result in poor comprehension and failed tests. It is important to note that a test can only be taken on a book once…so, if your child takes a test and does not score well, he can never take that test again. We want them to enjoy their reading experience and not get frustrated!

A few points to keep in mind:

• Children should read Reading Eagles books on their own; do not read these books aloud to them
• Tests should not be taken based upon the viewing of a movie
• Answers, test questions, and passwords should not be shared