Parents are also encouraged to participate in their child's reading by checking out books from our library.  Please see Mrs. Dressel for more information!

Parent Resource Links

From the Tacoma Public Library:

"Most experts agree that the single best thing parents can do to get kids to read is to make reading aloud a fun part of your family's day."

1. Tips for Reading Books Aloud to Your Preschooler-- Reading together is a very special time for you and your child. No matter how few minutes you have, it is a time to be treasured. Here are some ideas on how to make it a success.

2. Helping School-Age Children Become Better Readers-- When parents are involved in their children's learning, children are more successful! As children learn to read, parents can provide supportive strategies that help their children become better readers. Here's how."

Accessed at http://www.tacomapubliclibrary.org/Page.aspx?nid=44

From children's author and illustrator Rosemary Wells:

1. Read to Your Bunny--Rosemary's initiative to encourage literacy among preschoolers and early readers with twenty minutes of reading shared by parents and children each day--features a printable bookmark with the text of the book Read to Your Bunny.

2. Children at Risk--Rosemary shares how at-risk students can succeed through the encouragement of reading with parents.

Accessed at http://www.rosemarywells.com       

From the 2 X 2 List:

Tips for Reading Aloud--The Texas Library Association (TLA) sponsors lists created for children from two years of age through grade two.  This link provides tips on reading aloud to kids from these different age groups.

Accessed at http://www.txla.org/groups/crt/2X2tips.htm