Tip - Choosing Books at the Correct Reading Level

Have you ever wondered if the book your child is reading is too hard? Here are some ways to find out: 

 

Does your child struggle frequently while reading?

Do you hear frequent excuses for avoiding reading?

Try the Finger Test.

Ask your child to read aloud approximately 50 to 75 words from a book. Every time your child misses a word hold up a finger. If more than five fingers are up at the end of the passage, it may be too hard for your child to read fluently and meaningfully. You don’t have to forget about the challenging book if it is one your child enjoys. This can be a book you read to your child.

Popular Books

Most Americans have seen the movie version of many classic stories such as The Wonderful Wizard of Oz and Peter Pan, but have never read the books. You’ll be surprise at how wonderful the original stories are. Even better, most of these books can be found for FREE online.

Below you will find links to websites where you can find the books online.

Site #1 Library of Congress ~ At this site, you feel like you are reading an actual book with pages that turn.

Site #2 Audio Book Treasury ~ Audible versions of Classics