DEAR (Drop Everything and Read)

DEAR (Drop Everything and Read) 

 

 

Students should have a book with them at all times. It’s part of the equipment list. This can be brought in from home or borrowed. The library is open at 8am, break and lunchtimes and has a great variety of books available to borrow. 

 

 

DEAR Tutor Time

 

 

One morning a week in tutor time will be dedicated to ‘reading for pleasure’ for all students.  Students will be expected to read a book of their choice silently and independently.  Tutors will use this time to check Sparx Reader, to discuss books with their tutees or to read their own book.  Seeing adults reading is another way we can send a strong message to students about the importance and pleasure of quiet reading. 

 

In KS3, Year 7-9, there is a ‘Class Reader’ slot in the tutor schedule.  This is where the whole form group participates in a shared reading experience.  The benefit of this is that students can experience a book of a different genre or theme to what they might choose for themselves.  It will give children the opportunity to hear confident readers, to develop their own confidence reading aloud and to enjoy discussions around topical themes.  Think of this as a ‘book club’ type experience.  

 

 

 

2pm Daily Read

 

Students will also need a book for the 2pm daily read.  This takes place across the school and in all lessons.