Link to May 13 Sussex Sun article, "Summer Reading Pauline Haass Public Library".
Excerpt: A 2007 study published in American Sociological Review ["Lasting Consequences of the Summer Reading Gap"; link to table of contents only] reveals that that the achievement gaps between students in ninth grade can be traced back to the loss in reading skills occurring over the summer months throughout elementary school. This study also provides evidence that summer loss can shape achievement in grade nine and beyond, suggesting it may be indicative of the separation between college-track students from non-college track students.
Now that you are worried about your child's progress and future: RELAX. The solution is simple: reading for pleasure as little as 15 minutes a day, or five books a summer, can change this course. At the library, we all want to help your children find books they will want to read. Make this a stress-free summer - help your child to explore reading for fun. This can make your job easier and your child's life more satisfying.
Motivation seems to be a regular, ongoing problem that many parents struggle with when it comes to persuading their children to read. The free Summer Reading Program (SRP) at your library can have a significant impact on children's reading skills while providing motivational incentives. The Pauline Haass Public Library's (PHPL) SRP encourages readers to use alternative formats, such as magazines, recorded books and graphic novels. Non-traditional materials can help motivate even the most reluctant of readers. By returning to the library every year for the reading program, you can build reading into your child's summer routine. Many parents comment on how much they and their children love the reading program here at PHPL. While some children may be motivated by the surprises we give, it is our hope that most of the joy will come from the satisfaction of reaching a personal goal, parental enthusiasm and the sheer pleasure of reading.
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