Trying to help your child become a better reader? Put it in writing.
What You Need To Know
It's likely you have a written contract for your house, your job, even your marriage. If you want to commit to helping your child read better, the U.S. Department of Education suggests a "Compact for Reading," an agreement among families, schools, and students to help boost their reading skills. Such a document would include action steps in three areas:
- Student Learning
- Communication
- Capacity Building
How Can You Help
Fill in your contract with student learning actions that are important to you, for example, reading to your child for half an hour at bedtime, or talking to them about the value of being a strong reader.
In the communication area, list goals like participating in parent-teacher conferences, and setting up meetings with teachers when you have to miss important school events.
In the area of capacity building, include activities that expand your own learning like attending a workshop on how parents can help kids with literacy, or ensuring translators are present for parents who speak English as a second language.
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