Parents

LITERACY RESOURCES

IMPORTANT LITERACY INFORMATION.

Renaissance Information: Using Renaissance Home Connect, parents can now stay up-to-date on all of their student’s Accelerated Reader and Accelerated Math assignments. Home Connect can be accessed at:

https://support.renlearn.com/techkb/10624292e.asp

Log in: Student’s Lunch Number

Password: Student’s Birthday (mmddyy)

Literacy Websites

As we move into an increasingly digital society, it is critically important that each student’s education continues to grow as their needs change. Below are some student-centered websites. Be aware that some apps may not be compatible with every web browser. More sites and apps are available simply by searching Google and Amazon.com.

www.storylineonline.net/                KG-8th; free

www.pbskids.org/lions                   KG-2nd; free

www.readingbear.org                    KG-2nd;  free

kids.nationalgeographic.com/kids   KG-8th; free

www.jumpstart.com                      KG-8th; free

www.funbrain.com                        KG-8th; free 

Travel Games

When you travel this holiday season, remember that this is a great time to get students engaged, whether it’s in the airport or in the car.

Below is a list of travel games that students of all ages can participate in.

1. I Spy

2. Road Trip Bingo

3. License Plate Game

4. Tic-Tac-Toe

5. I’m Going on a Picnic

6. 20 Questions

7. Connect the Dots

8. Hangman

9. The Preacher’s Cat

10. Spot the Car

Visit http://www.minitime.com/trip-tips/10-Best-Car-Games-for-Kids-article for a description of each game and free, printable game resources.

Just Take 20 

What is “Just Take 20?”

The Florida Department of Education created the Just Take 20 campaign to provide K-12 students and families with practical ways to include reading in their lifestyle.

Just Take 20 encourages families to seize everyday teachable moments by using 20 minutes a day to integrate reading into their busy lives. Families are invited to create their own custom literacy plans and have fun while learning!

For more information, visit: JustTAKE20.org

Middle School Literacy Resources

In middle school we tend to see reading and literacy begin to take a backseat to the more social aspects of education. Here at West Glades we’ve found a few tips and tricks that make reading something middle school students love again while promoting digital literacy.

In 7th and 8th grade, students can now use quizlet.com to keep up with their language arts and reading vocabulary words. There are fun games to play and digital flashcards, even practice tests. Quizlet has also created an app available on smartphones and tablets.

In grades 6-8 students use the   Collections textbooks, and the series comes with their own website,  available at my.hrw.com. This website allows students to connect with their textbooks at home and even make up assignments while home or on vacation.

Get a Library Card

Get a library card:  Encourage your child to use the public library regularly. The Barron Library is located at 461 N. Main Street in LaBelle. To get a free library card, students must:

1. Show proof that they live in Hendry County OR attend West Glades School

2. Complete a personal information card

3. Have their parent/guardian sign for them as the responsible party

 

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