Book List by Reading Level
When children are reading on their own, it is important that they are using books that are not too hard or too easy for them. Reading books that are at, or just below, their reading level allow them to work through tricky parts without having to stop too often or getting frustrated because it's too hard. This way, they are able to practice valuable reading skills, including fluency, as well as build their confidence as readers!
Leveling books is not an exact science and different publishers may level their books in different ways, which can be confusing! The following list of books is just one example of possible books that you and your child might choose when looking for books to borrow from your local library or purchase to add to your own home library. Once you get familiar with what a "just-right" book looks like for your child, it will get easier to choose similar books. Of course, what's just-right for them now will shift as their reading improves throughout the year...so you just may become a book expert!
When children are reading on their own, it is important that they are using books that are not too hard or too easy for them. Reading books that are at, or just below, their reading level allow them to work through tricky parts without having to stop too often or getting frustrated because it's too hard. This way, they are able to practice valuable reading skills, including fluency, as well as build their confidence as readers!
Leveling books is not an exact science and different publishers may level their books in different ways, which can be confusing! The following list of books is just one example of possible books that you and your child might choose when looking for books to borrow from your local library or purchase to add to your own home library. Once you get familiar with what a "just-right" book looks like for your child, it will get easier to choose similar books. Of course, what's just-right for them now will shift as their reading improves throughout the year...so you just may become a book expert!