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Accelerated Reader
All students are encouraged to develop a love of reading, as an essential life skill. The Accelerated Reader programme was introduced to promote reading across the college in September 2014. Year 7 and 8 students are assessed once a term for their literacy levels and on the basis of these assessments, they are guided towards appropriate books that they can enjoy and understand (as well as providing a little bit of challenge!).
Students can quiz on books they have read, please click this link to access quizzes.
Developing a Love for Reading
Programme Aims
The aim of the programme is to ensure all students:
- read books regularly
- are guided to books of a level appropriate to their reading ability
- have their reading skills assessed through quick quizzes when they finish each book
- are supported to improve their reading skills and measure their progress
- encourages students to read at home and in other free time.
More Information
ACCELERATED READER SCHEME
Learn more about how the Accelerated Reader programme works.
Visit Accelerated Reader WebsitePARENTS GUIDE TO AR
A downloadable guide for parents to understand the Accelerated Reader programme.
Download Parent's GuideACCELERATED READER BOOK FINDER
See whether a book is included in the scheme by checking the Book Finder.
Visit Book FinderPARENTS GUIDE TO BOOK FINDER
A guide for parents on how to use the Book Finder tool.
Download Book Finder GuideParents can support their child by:
- encouraging him to read regularly
- talking to him about what he is reading
- reminding him to take the online quiz when he has finished a book (currently this quiz can not be taken on a home computer, it must be accessed at school)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Accelerated Reader?
Accelerated Reader is a reading programme that helps teachers support and monitor children's reading practice. Your child picks a book at their own level and reads it at their own pace. When finished, your child takes a short quiz online.
How are students assessed?
Year 7 and 8 students are assessed once a term for their literacy levels, and based on these assessments, they are guided towards books appropriate for their reading abilities.
Where can my child take the reading quizzes?
Currently, the quizzes can only be taken at school. Students cannot access the quizzes from home computers.
How can I find out if a book is on the Accelerated Reader programme?
You can use the AR BookFinder tool online to search for books in the programme. A guide for parents on using the Book Finder is available for download on this page.
Need More Information?
If you have any questions about the Accelerated Reader programme at Ernest Bevin Academy, please contact our English Department: