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Programs
Reading Buddies
Weekly program, 1 hour, virtual (Zoom)
Younger students (grades 1-4) are encouraged to join our Reading Buddies program. This program involves a read-along session in small groups, with 1-2 readers paired with a volunteer who facilitates the session either by reading to the students, or by helping them read. Following the session, students and volunteers will engage in meaningful discussions to ensure each student understood and enjoyed the story, as well as to give students the opportunity to socialize.
Books will be chosen based on each month's theme, giving students the opportunity to read a variety of different books.
Book Club
Weekly program, 1 hour, virtual (Zoom)
Older students (grade 5 to grade 8) are encouraged to join our Book Club program, which involves students tackling a new chapter book every month. Sessions will consist of discussions regarding assigned chapters each week, and occur in small groups of approximately 5 readers paired with 2 volunteers. Volunteers will facilitate these chapter discussions or activities to give students the opportunity to reflect on their reading, as well as the opportunity to socialize with their peers.
Students will also be encouraged to fill out reading logs to keep track of their progress. Those who are able to reach a certain number of books read may receive a free book and a reading certificate!