Level Up!
A guide to reading levels and selecting the right book
Reading Expectations Per Grade Level
How to select a "just right" book
The Five Finger Rule:
First, hold up your hand.
Second, start reading the book.
Third, hold up a finger for every mistakes you make on the first 1-3 pages (depends on the length, but approximately 100 words).
If you make more than 5 mistakes or don’t know those words, the book is too hard.
Under 5 mistakes – you’re all set!
Wanting to know more
Below are just a few of the many helpful resources readily available at the click of a mouse to guide parents to the best approaches in assisting their young learner at home.