Each week we have a “Reading Assembly.” Children in each key stage take it in turns to go into the hall and listen to a story / poem, read by an adult. Each of these texts has been carefully chosen for the vocabulary and quality of the texts. Most of them are award winning texts or have been written by award winning authors.
On alternate weeks our reading assemblies are in the classrooms. During these weeks children bring in one of their favourite books, on a rota basis, to share with the class. They talk to the class about why they like the book and part of the book is then read. Following this assembly the book is added to our “Recommended Reads” section of the next newsletter.
Parents are encouraged to share books with their children at home, reading stories to them and listening to them read.
The individual reading books that the children have are from the Collins phonics scheme that are directly linked to their learning with the Little Wandle program and will match their phonic ability. The children will read this book in school and will have an opportunity to practice this book at home. There are two types of reading book that your child may bring home:
A reading practice e-book. This will be at the correct phonic stage for your child. They should be able to read this fluently and independently.
A sharing book. Your child will not be able to read this on their own. This book is for you both to read and enjoy together.
Reading practice book
This book has been carefully matched to your child’s current reading level. If your child is reading it with little help, please don’t worry that it’s too easy – your child needs to develop fluency and confidence in reading.
Listen to them read the book. Remember to give them lots of praise – celebrate their success! If they can’t read a word, read it to them. After they have finished, talk about the book together.
Sharing book
In order to encourage your child to become a lifelong reader, it is important that they learn to read for pleasure. The sharing book is a book they have chosen for you to enjoy together.
Please remember that you shouldn’t expect your child to read this alone. Read it to or with them. Discuss the pictures, enjoy the story, predict what might happen next, use different voices for the characters, explore the facts in a non-fiction book. The main thing is that you have fun!
