Scholastic flyers went home today with a letter explaining how you can place your order. Orders may be placed online at scholastic.com/readingclub or you may return the order form with a check. Please make checks payable to Scholastic - No Cash Please.
Students also received their GRL today or Guided Reading Level. Their level was determined using testing done at the end of third grade. I have told students that they should read books at their GRL, one level down - which should make for an easier read, or one level up - which should be a bit of a challenge. A student's GRL will change during the year when other assessments are given. Students will always know when their GRL changes so that they read appropriate books at their reading level.
The reason I mention this is because every Scholastic flyer will showcase certain books and reading level information. Some schools use GRL while others use Lexile Level, for example. Not every book will show a GRL, but the majority of books in the flyer will have that information printed below the book description. Again, this is a way to make sure you are buying books that your child will be able to read and comprehend with little frustration.
Another great resource to use when selecting books at a store or library is http://www.scholastic.com/bookwizard which will allow you to see what GRL a chosen book is. Bookmark this site!
Enjoy looking through the flyers and shopping. All orders need to be in by Wednesday, September 11.
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