Accelerated Reader

Questions & Answers

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What is Accelerated Reader (AR)?
• A computer program designed to encourage student reading

• AR tests comprehension using multiple choice quizzes

• Computer software provides information about student performance to

teachers and parents (if desired)

• Each book has a point value, starting at 0.5 for easy books to over 10 points
for some chapter books
Who participates in AR?

• All students in 4th and 5th grades

• Goal is to encourage students to read and recall information about what

they’ve read
How do I know if a book has a test?
• In this library, look at the spine
– Colored dot or
– White label with AR printed on it

• Books from home and from the

public library probably have tests,
too!

• Check at http://arbookfind.com
When can my child take AR tests?
What does a quiz look like?
Does my child have to answer every
question correctly to get points?
• To receive the full point value, all questions must be answered correctly

• However, students will receive partial credit for answering most of the
questions correctly

• Students must receive a score of 70% or better to receive points

Is it OK to help my child?
• Reading together is always encouraged!

• We encourage students to read non-fiction books at least twice to ensure

comprehension

• Talk to your child at home about what they are reading

• Students must test on their own

Accelerated Reader Rules
Accelerated Reader Rules
What happens if my child reaches his/her
goal?
• Students will be rewarded and recognized each time their goal is met

• These rewards may consist of special prizes or snacks, etc.

• At the end of the school year, we will reward the top 40 point earners who
met their goals each term with a special party and day of recognition!
How can I keep up with my child’s
progress?
• Notes will be sent home at least once per 9 weeks to update parents on their child’s
progress

• You can also log in to AR Home Connect using your child’s user name and password
for real time progress reports

• Home Connect allows you to see which books your child has tested on, their scores,
and their progress toward their goal

• You can also receive emails each time your child takes a test
Other AR Rewards
• Students are also recognized for reaching Point Clubs throughout the school
year
• All students will be recognized starting at the 100 Point Club
• Point Club members will receive special awards on Awards Days and may
receive other special privileges throughout the year!
• Each month the top point earner with the highest average in each class will be
recognized as the MVR (most valuable reader)
Other AR Rewards
• MVR of the month will be featured on the library bulletin board
• If time allows, Point Club members and MVR of the month students will also
be recognized during school announcements
• Students who meet their library goals for the term will put their names in a jar
for a chance to win a Kindle e-reader. We will give away one in January and
another one in May!
For more information about AR Reading Goals:
Talk to your child’s librarians -
Rooney Davis and Margaret Pigott

READY, SET, READ!