Abstract
This study examines the effects of early parental participation in reading on eighth grade students' reading achievement. The paper addresses whether or not early parental involvement in reading affects students' reading comprehension, attitude toward reading, and quantity of reading as an adolescent. Total enrollment of the school involved is over 400, 44 % of which come from a low socioeconomic status, qualifying for governmental subsidized lunches. The author also discusses if socioeconomic status affect reading comprehension and concludes from this study that early parental participation in reading does have a positive effect on reading motivation of the students within the study.

Table of Contents
Chapter 1 - Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Research Question
Sub-questions
Null Hypothesis
Research Hypothesis
Definitions
Limitations/Delimitations
Chapter 2 - Review of Related Literature
Introduction
The Importance of Reading to Children
Reading Achievement and Motivation
Parental Involvement and Values
Early Literacy and Later Reading Achievement
Summary
Chapter 3 - Procedures Research Design
Sample Description
Instruments
Data Analysis
Calendar
Budget
Chapter 4 - Results
Introduction
Discussion of Results
Summary
Chapter 5 - Conclusion
Introduction
Discussion
Summary and Future Implications
References
Appendices
Appendix A
Appendix B

From the Paper
"Much of the related research supported early parental participation in literacy skills such as oral language, and its effect on later literacy skills such as reading and speaking. Other material examined factors which motivate kids to read and do well. Few studies recognized the specific connection between how reading to children at a young age influences their reading skills later in their academic careers. The first section begins with an examination of reading achievement and what motivates kids to read. The second section investigates the importance of reading to children, which is followed by an analysis of the research on early literacy and its connection with reading skills and abilities. The final portion of this chapter will be a summary review of literature."

Tags:reading education research literacy motivation, socioeconomic status, parental values, parental involvement

Abstract
This paper addresses the problem of weak reading skills in middle school students, and suggests educational approaches to improving reading comprehension in particular. The author recommends that teachers, the instructional and/or educational materials and the educational policies should be at the forefront in assisting middle school children to acquire the reading comprehension skills they need. The role of each is described in the paper. Additionally, accommodations are recommended for children with special educational needs. The paper also lists the five essential components of reading instruction, describing the importance of each one. The paper concludes by stating students also take responsibility for their reading progress by practicing regularly.

Outline:
Introduction
Review of Related Literature
Factors to increasing the reading comprehension abilities of the middle graders
The Teachers
Provision of More time for the Students
Maintenance of Research Based Curriculum and Instructional Approaches Regarding Reading Comprehension
Reference List

From the Paper
"Indeed, there have been recent studies conducted which reveal that reading and comprehension is becoming a challenging tasks for the teachers, particularly when they are handling the students from the middle grades. Students who are in the in their middle age of learning are already being taught for proper reading and comprehension. However, there are reports that show that there are increasing number of students who have gone to higher levels but "are still not fully equipped with the right reading and comprehension perspectives," thus a big task to teachers and other educational facilitators nowadays is how to increase the reading comprehension of students in the middle school (Snow, 2002)."

Tags:reading, elementary, school, dyslexia, learning, disabilities, reading, comprehension

Abstract
In this article the writer explains that the benefits of reading are many but can be divided into two main categories; reading to function, and reading to grow as a person. The writer defines the act of reading as an act of understanding, interpretation and evaluation. To illustrate the benefits of reading in each category; functional and personal growth, this essay provides an overview of both fiction and non fiction reading of both children and adults.

From the Paper
"The act of reading is an act of understanding, interpretation and evaluation. These three skills are necessary for all people almost regardless of age to have in order to make sense of the world."

Tags:reading, formal, informal

Abstract
The development of reading skills at early stage is a common topic in instructional psychology and education research. The development is traced in studies to determine predictors for the purpose of improving instruction at home and school. With important implications for early instructions, the development of early reading skills has clear effect on rising or declining interest in reading during more mature school years.

Tags:pre-school, reading, skills

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This paper looks at how experts suggest that reading aloud to children is crucial in the development and maturation. It examines tips on reading to kids such as giving children time to savor the story you are reading, reading different versions of the same stories for children to compare and contrast and including books that kids have created themselves during read-aloud time.

From the Paper
"The importance of reading and reading aloud is crucial to a child's development. Reading aloud enhances learning and exposes kids to a wealth of information and imaginative experiences. Reading aloud to children of all ages encourages creativity, helps to build verbal and non-verbal skills, fosters emotional growth, and helps to develop critical thinking skills. Since children are as unique as snowflakes - every flake different from the rest - they learn at various levels."

Tags:reading, aloud, children

Abstract
This essay discusses several famous authors' opinions on reading. It discusses the question of should we read or should we go out and live and learn from those experiences. It defines the term reading and analyzes the amount of readers in today's school system. Finally, the author states his positive opinion about reading and the things that can be learned by reading.

From the Paper
"Reading is an activity that many people take for granted. Here in America it is easy for us to take for granted a fully stocked library, or access to hundreds of classic works through our computers. Yet, I wonder how many people actually take advantage of these rich opportunities that they have? With all of the study guides and assorted methods of getting around reading, why do it? Is something written in a book really more important than getting out and living life?
Henry Thoreau took on that very thought back in 1845 when he began living in Massachusetts in his cabin on Walden Pond. Thoreau was very thoroughly educated before he took this break from city life, yet he speaks often about how this "residence was more favorable, not only to thought, but to serious reading". (65) I can't imagine being as smart as Thoreau, yet feeling like there was still something to read out there. And the reason that he gives for wanting to read, the reason that everyone should want to read, is that "their nature and destiny are interesting to all alike." (64) In other words, the classics of literature are all great reading material."

Tags:reading, George, Thoreau, America, Shakespeare, literature, life

Abstract
This paper shall explore the problems the observed student Sophia was having during a reading session in relation to the conversation of current research regarding effective reading strategies. Such strategies which prove especially successful include informal methodologies such as using word prompts and dissection methods used within reading sessions in a casual nature.

From the Paper
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Tags:education, reading, teaching

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The paper relates that the article "Reading at Risk" is a report on a survey conducted by the US Census Bureau in 2002 at the request of the National Endowment of the Arts (NEA). The paper explains that the survey reported on investigates how many adults over the age of 18 who have attended an artistic performance, visited a museum, watched a broadcast of an art program and/or read literature. The survey had a 17,000 individual population. The Census Bureau conducted the most comprehensive poll focused on literature and art ever documented ("Reading At Risk: A Survey of Literary Reading in America", 2004).

From the Paper
"The article "Reading at Risk" is a report on a survey conducted by the US Census Bureau in 2002 at the request of the National Endowment of the Arts (NEA). The survey reported on investigates how many adults over the age of 18 who have attended an artistic performance, visited a museum, watched a broadcast of an art program and/or read literature. The survey had a 17,000 individual population. The Census Bureau conducted the most comprehensive poll focused on literature and art ever documented ("Reading At Risk: A Survey of Literary Reading in America", 2004). The size of the sample population gives the survey a strong foundation in..."

Tags:reading, in, america

Abstract
This paper addresses the benefits of guided reading in grades K-3. It also compares guided reading direct instruction methods. It explains that there are necessary basics involved in encouraging a successful guided reading lesson and then examines these basics.

From the Paper
"I visited my elementary school a few weeks ago. Winfield Street Elementary School in Corning, N.Y., was where I was educated from kindergarten until fifth grade. Remembering back, each classroom always had a very traditional setup. The desks were always in rows and the teacher's desk in the front. Students were considered "empty containers" that were filled with facts and rules through lecture and discussion. The students had little choice in the direction of their learning. As I walked through the hallways of my elementary school and peeked into different classroom doorways, I saw the same setup. Sadly, some teachers believed that direct teacher instruction was still better than any other type of instruction. I do not know how or why teachers can feet that students gained from this type of instruction. Recently, in many schools, a new reading technique is being used. This new technique is guided reading and it requires teachers to have a more focused approach on reading instruction. "

Tags:elementary, guided, read, reader, reading, school, strategy, struggling

Abstract
The author of this paper states that, over the past few years, there has been a gradual decline in the reading ability of American children. The writer proposes a research project to examine the benefits that may be gained from an accelerated reading program rather than by conventional teaching methods. After examining the existing situation and outlining the parameters of the proposed research, the writer proceeds to review current literature on the subject. Following the literature review, the writer describes in detail the process of the proposed research.

Outline:
Introduction
Review of Literature
Statement of Problem
Setting and Subjects
Methodology
Test Classroom
Traditional Reading Classroom
Comparison
Expected Findings
Limitations
Discussion
Suggestion for Further Research
References

From the Paper
"Many argue that the venue of fast paced and extrinsic rewards of video learning and technology pass times has created in this generation, and likely the one that will follow it, a different set of expectations for learning. These expectations do not necessarily favor quietly sitting in a room and reading a book, or even quietly sitting in a room full of peers and being read to. Intrinsic desire to read according to some has gone down significantly over the years as kids have become more exceedingly exposed to the modern brand of instant entertainment available in their own living rooms. Educators and enterprising education program suppliers have in turn attempted to add a whole subset of options for the school consumer that reportedly bridge the gap between the modern information society in which we live and the traditional model of learning core skills, such as reading. One of these so called alternative options, is the much touted Accelerated Reader Program, which will be further explained later in this work."

Tags:education, reading, technology, video, substandard, students, class, standards, testing, assessment, librarian, teacher, computer, school, educators