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Books and Beyond

   
   Books and Beyond is a unique  reading class in the St. Marys Middle School. Those enrolled in Books and Beyond may have the opportunity of being in the class for two semesters. The class is designed for sixth, seventh, and eighth grade students.  It is a class where students will use their reading skills to explore what is beyond the written word.   Modeled and independent reading, individualized software, as well as other materials are used in the class to differentiate instruction. Students who are chosen for the class will explore reading through a variety of learning activities which are designed to raise reading achievement.
 

 Program Goals

    The goals of the  Books and Beyond Program are for all students  to enjoy reading, be able to make good independent choices of books read from a variety of genres, and become life long readers and learners.

 

 The Class

    The Books and Beyond Class provides a clear instructional path for
whole - and small-group activities.  Students are provided instruction in reading comprehension, vocabulary, fluency, word study, spelling, and writing skills. The classroom is a special place for reading, learning, and sharing ideas.

 


 

Basic Facts

bulletThe more you read, the better you get at it; the better you get at it, the more you like it; and the more you like it, the more you do it.
bulletThe more you read, the more you know; and the more you know, the smarter you grow





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