June 2013

Dear Parents/Guardians,

The goal of the Brielle Elementary School District is to assist your child in becoming a lifelong reader.  The summer months provide the perfect opportunity to extend and enrich your child's reading experiences.  Attached please find a list of suggested books for your child's grade level.  These books are not required reading, however, the list is to assist you in selecting appropriate reading material for yourchild to read over the summer months. 

  *The following tips may be helpful for all parents/guardians:
  *Encourage your child to select the books that interest them. 
  *Whenever possible, children should read 10-20 minutes per day. 
  *Read aloud to your child, even if they are able to read independently. 
  *Take advantage of the summer and read aloud to your child outside.
  *Set aside a portion of the day as DEAR(Drop Everything and Read) time.
  *Encourage your child to read magazines, newspapers, even the  back of a cereal box!
  *Ask your child questions about the book; who, what, where, why, when and how.
  *Review comprehension,vocabulary and listening skills when reading aloud.
*Have your child coordinate reading discussions with their friends. Could be fun on those rainy
summer days!

Many of the books on the list are available at the Brielle Public Library or the Monmouth County Library Branch in Wall.  Summer reading clubs and programs are available at the Brielle Library.  Remember to
check out local bookstores for new releases for your children to read. 

A huge hug to all the teachers of Brielle School for updating this year's summer reading list.  A special thank you to the Brielle BOE, Brielle PTO, Brielle Education Foundation, Mrs. Carlson and parents who have supported our reading programs throughout the years.

Continue to check out our website at www.brielle.K12.nj.us for updated information regarding our reading programs. We have also included the Accelerated Reader Program on our website to assist you in finding appropriate books at your child's level.  If your child decides to read books fromthis list over the summer, they will be able to take an Accelerated Reader test in the fall and gain book report credit if they pass the required assessment.  They will be able to get credit for up to three(3) books...but, they can ALWAYS read more!!   Please note, the Accelerated Reader incentive will not take the place of the book reports assigned by teachers throughout the academic school year.

Whether on the beach or hanging inside on a rainy day.....don't forget to curl up with a good book.

Have a wonderful and safe summer!  See you all in September! 

Marci L. Grabelle, Vice Principal

Pre Kindergarten - 2013