PREVENT SUMMER READING LOSS
| READ EACH DAY…ONLY 10 INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL BOOKS OVER THE SUMMER…YOU CAN DO IT! |
| Research shows that children who do not read over the summer can lose 2-3 months of reading skills, and this can add up to 2-3 grade levels by fifth grade! The good news is that summer learning loss is 100% preventable. Students who read as few as 10 self-selected books during the summer continue and even improve their reading progress. Did you know that your child has 24/7 access to THOUSANDS of FREE eBooks and audiobooks this summer? The DPS OverDrive eBook and audiobook collection has titles for every type of reader, and is the perfect resource for preventing summer learning loss! Check out our amazing collection today! http://dpsk12.lib.overdrive.com or your school’s library. Ask your Librarian. The Denver Public Library’s Summer of Adventure program provides youth, Birth-12th grade, the opportunity to READ, MAKE, and, EXPLORE all summer long. Come into your nearest branch location, on or after May 31st, to register for the program to receive your Adventure Guide. You’ll receive a book, a prize upon completion of the program, and an opportunity to win passes to various cultural institutions and entertainment centers. For more information, including reading ideas, visit: denverlibraryadventures.org Learning is something natural that can occur at any moment. For example, daily conversations with your children will increase their self-confidence, expand their knowledge and vocabulary, improve their communication skills and strengthen your relationships with them. Additional resources for free learning activities include Reading is Fundamental Reading Activities for Parents and Caregivers http://bit.ly/RIFTips and a list of free days at Denver Metro Area museums http://bit.ly/2019DenverFreeDays Free summer reading bingo printable: https://www.scholastic.com/parents/kids-activities-and-printables/printables/reading-worksheets/summer-reading-bingo-printable.html This note applies to DPS, but your school will have resources as well. Your local library will also have a plethora of resources so you can keep your child reading all summer long. Enjoy your summer! |
Dr. Dee reads – Mice on Ice by Rebecca Emberly and Ed Emberley
This story is about mice skating on ice when a surprise visitor joins the fun. Listen to the story, and discuss your favorite part with family or friends. Read other books about animals, and compare and contrast the characters, settings or any other elements you liked or disliked about the story. As always, it is a pleasure to come into your lives to read and share with you. Share this page with others and email me at drdeejackson@drdeejackson.com. Happy Reading!
Dr. Dee reads – A Dog Needs a Bone! by Audrey Wood
This story is fiction and written from the dog’s point of view. Listen to this story and think about other things the dog could have done. Talk to your parents about this story and illustrate your favorite part. I would love to hear from you so email me at drdeejackson@drdeejackson.com
Happy Reading!
Dr. Dee reads – Not Afraid of DOGS by Susanna Pitzer and illustrated by Larry Day
Listen to the story below and discuss the story with your child and ask them questions about the story, including ways they might change the story or have them talk about something they may be afraid of. Have your child draw and write about their favorite part. Email me a copy of your child’s work, and it may be selected for others to admire on this site. Look forward to more stories and feel free to share this link with others.
Happy Reading!
Dr. Dee (email: drdeejackson@drdeejackson.com)
What to do with the kids? Make READING A Priority…
As a teacher, I am so excited to be out of school for the next week to enjoy some much-needed rest, family and friends! However, I worry about my students who will be playing video games and watching way too much TV for the entire break! So, parents, please encourage your child to read over the break. There are so many ways to get reading in. Below are some suggestions you might find helpful.
- Choose a time to read together each day.
- Let your child pick out a book to read.
- Funny is always a winner – select funny or adventurous books.
- Get your kids to get book recommendations from other kids.
- Read a series or select a book and then compare to the movie.
- Cooking a family dinner – have your student read the recipe directions.
- Shopping for groceries – read the labels on favorite foods.
- Play a family game and have your child read the directions on how to play the game.
- Traveling – read the road signs, bulletin boards and/or bumper stickers.
- Favorite TV show – have your student watch the program as “closed caption” and read the dialogue.
- Create a family journal and write about important family events and read at a special family time.
- Create a family blog with pictures, videos and have share the task of writing on the blog.
- Write letters to each other.
In addition to having your child read a variety of books, storytelling can take on other 
forms. For example, have your child listen to storytelling podcasts and radio shows like The Moth, or listen to a story read aloud on http://www.storylineonline.net/. Play audiobooks in the car or during chores or bath time. Tell stories about your childhood, folktales, fairy tales and keep your children engaged in the story by asking them all sorts of open-ended questions.
Make reading a priority. Children model parents, so if reading is important to you, it will be important to your child.
Happy Reading!
Dr. Dee
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