I agree with the fact that if a child is unable to read by the 3rd grade then the child should be taking out of extra curricular activities for one year in order to catch up on the reading instruction necessary for the child to be successful. Many statistics has proven that if the child can read on grade level then he or she have a higher chances of passing test in other areas; examples, math and science. Other area that is affected when a child cannot read is the child's behavior when he or she cannot complete class work or homework assignments, also the child's self confidence. Yes, a child should be given extra reading instruction for a minimum of one year in order to decrease all the other negative possibilities that can take place if the child is just moved through the system.
Denise Saddler _______________________________________________ Mosaic mailing list Mosaic@literacyworkshop.org To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive
