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Accelerated Reader
We Have Accelerated Reader Enterprise!
That means we have every AR test!
What is Accelerated Reader? Reading is a skill, and like every other skill, it requires practice. The more you read, the better you become at reading. Our Accelerated Reader (AR) Program is based on the fundamental principle that practice improves reading. It combines the power of computer technology with sound teaching strategies.
To help achieve this skill, Mary Lee Elementary students read certain books and take computerized AR tests. The program assigns points for proficiency and monitors students’ achievement. There are various rewards and prizes presented throughout the school year for students as they progress toward their individual AR point goals. Although the selected books can be found anywhere, students may only test on titles which have a corresponding AR test. There are currently over 300,000 tests and about 30,000 new tests are added each month. You can check if a book has an AR test at this website
MLCES AR Book Color Chart
ZPD Level | Book Dot Code |
|---|---|
0.0 - 0.9 | Pink |
1.0 - 1.9 | Yellow |
2.0 - 2.9 | Red |
3.0 - 3.9 | Blue |
4.0 - 4.9 | Green |
5.0 - 5.9 | Orange |
6.0 and up | White |
