Home Reading

At Level 3 of the curriculum (years 5 and 6): I read to make sense. When I come across difficulties, I vary my speed of reading, I reread and I pay attention to important information.  I make connections between what I know and what I’ve read to understand abstract ideas.  I can skim and scan to find details and facts.  I can identify and talk about the writers’ purpose and the ways they use language and ideas to suit their purpose.  I can evaluate ideas and information and justify my opinion.  I can infer information that is not directly in the text.  Work out the meaning of new words by using my knowledge of how words work or using other information in the text. Work out the meaning of unfamiliar phrases and expressions like figures of speech, by using oral language or the context.

Students should read and listen to stories at home daily

This may be...

•  Reading novels and books from our school library, one of the Tauranga City Libraries, books of your own
• Reading journals from school - (you may request a supply of these for the term) 
• The amazing RNZ Storytime

• eBooks, eMagazines, eNewspapers, digital storytimes from websites such as the Wellington City Libraries or Tauranga Library

• Websites like Wonderopolis -Wonder of the day - with short text and read-aloud options

Audiobooks are a brilliant resource for all readers but can be especially beneficial for reluctant readers. 

Exploring audiobooks is a great way to:  develop an appreciation for books (which will hopefully get students into reading independently down the track) expose children to stories above their decoding reading level but more in line with their interest or comprehension level develop vocabulary and awareness of genre develop students' memory and lots more! If you haven't already - register with Tauranga Library and you will gain access to thousands of eBooks and eAudiobooks through the BorrowBox app.