What is the World Read Aloud?
Why is it important for you (and your student) to read aloud?
Read Alouds at School
Each day students in grades K-6 actively participate in an Interactive Read-Aloud with their classmates and teacher. Interactive Read Alouds are a vital part of a student’s literacy day. When students engage with a read aloud it expands their vocabulary, promotes the simple joy of reading, provides an opportunity to think and talk with their peers, and write about texts.
Read Alouds at Home
Reading a story to your child is not only a wonderful way to build positive family relationships and memories, it may also develop their vocabulary and perhaps most importantly, foster a lifelong love of books and reading! Children can learn so many things when they listen to a read-aloud – they hear new vocabulary, explore new exotic places, and hear the cadence of reading. So, grab a book and a cozy blanket, find a comfy place to cuddle up, and begin the powerful journey of reading aloud to your child.
Why Reading aloud to Older Children is Valuable
“The first reason to read aloud to older kids is to consider the fact that a child’s reading level doesn’t catch up to his listening level until about the eighth grade,” said Trelease, referring to a 1984 study performed by Dr. Thomas G. Sticht showing that kids can understand books that are too hard to decode themselves if they are read aloud. “You have to hear it before you can speak it, and you have to speak it before you can read it. Reading at this level happens through the ear.” Click here to read more on this study.
Looking for access for electronic books at home?
Thank you to the Palatine Public Library for their collaboration and partnership. Our District 15 students are now able to access SORA, free digital and audio books. This account is accessible by students on their Chromebooks and works just like a digital library. Click here to learn more about SORA, and learn how your student can create their account!