Saturday, May 1, 2010

Fluent readers

A fluent reader is one who reads in a manner pleasing to the 'ears.' Here is an acronym that may clarify what fluency is.

E: Reads with expression
A: Reads with accuracy
R: Reads at an appropriate rate (a speed that is easily understood)
S: Reads smoothly

Please encourage your child to become a more fluent reader. Remember that fluency is NOT just about SPEED. Thank you so much.

At the end of 4th grade, it hoped that a student will be able to fluently read at a rate of 118 words per minute.

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