Accelerated Reader 101Accelerated Reader 101

Linda Sears, Library Media SpecialistOak Mountain Intermediate School

The vocabularyThe vocabulary

AR—Accelerated Reader, a computerized reading management program

ZPD—Zone of Proximal Development, the range where students should be able to read and understand books well enough to pass the AR test, maintaining an 90% or higher average

LMC—Library Media Center, Bookingham Palace, Library

How Accelerated Reader How Accelerated Reader WorksWorks

Choose a book you like Read it carefully Take the AR test within a day

or two of finishing the book—no more than a weekend if at all possible

Accelerated Reader GoalsAccelerated Reader Goals

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How Do You Know What How Do You Know What To Read?To Read?

Select a book from our AR test list – Available on our website:

www.shelbyed.k12.al.us/schools/omisAccelerated Reader QuizList and Info

– Look at Blue Notebook lists

•OMIS library books are marked with a yellow sticker. Inside is a sticker giving the book level.

How Do You Know What How Do You Know What Level?Level?

Students are tested with STAR to recommend appropriate levels

Students are given their ZPD Zone of Proximal Development or reading range

STAR testing is done 3 times each year–beginning, middle, end.–Some teachers may test more often.

Student reading rangesStudent reading ranges

Students should read what THEY like. We DO encourage them to be reading in

their ZPD. We do NOT limit them to reading only in their range. They may read above or below, keeping in mind that their goal includes a 90% overall average.

TipsTipsIf, after the first chapter or two, you’re not enjoying the book, choose another one!

Read aloud, with a partner, or have someone read to you.

More TipsMore TipsDon’t try to take the test from a movie or an abridged, edited or condensed book.

If at first you don’t succeed,– try another book.

How Much Time Should How Much Time Should a Child Read?a Child Read?

Students need to read a minimum of 60 minutes every day, including weekends.

Time spent does not have to be consecutive; it includes school and home time.

AR RecognitionAR Recognition

Get a free paperback book each 9 weeks goals are met

Earn rank, get your name on the Hall of Fame

At 350 points, appear on morning announcements and receive an AR T-shirt

Certificates for meeting goals and achieving rank

Renaissance Place Home Renaissance Place Home ConnectConnect

Home Connect (click here to access) You can connect with the above address or

using the OMIS website, Library Information, Book Fair & Links