Where are the classes held?
To find a class near you, please click here.
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Is it possible to make up missed lessons?
We will provide a home study make-up lesson, which involves instructional materials you and your child will access online. As a result, your child will learn all the skills, receive all of the practice, and realize the full benefit of the program. If you wish, your son or daughter may also make-up the missed lesson in another nearby class. To view class schedule options, and to arrange for home-study or classroom make-up lessons, please click here.
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What is the enrollment deadline?
Enrollments are taken until the start date of class, or until the class is fully enrolled, whichever comes first.
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Are scholarships available?
A limited number of scholarships are available to students with demonstrated financial need. For more information or to apply, please call 1 (800) 964-8888 to speak to a Program Coordinator.
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What is the Institute of Reading Development?
The Institute of Reading Development has been a leader in reading development instruction since 1971. As a trusted partner with universities, colleges, school districts, and municipalities, the Institute helps educational and community organizations provide reading development programs to the communities and families they serve. Curriculum developed by the Institute integrates skill development with independent reading, and leads students toward lives in which reading books is highly valued.
For more information about the Institute, please visit www.readingprograms.org.
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What happens in class?
Each lesson integrates skills instruction and games with reading aloud, comprehension-building discussions and enrichment activities in great children’s books. Both you and your child will have fun participating in these reading-readiness activities. Your child will leave the program prepared for kindergarten, with the confidence and motivation he or she needs to learn to read, and you will have the tools you need to support your child’s reading over the next one to two years.
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Is there any homework in this program?
Each week, you’ll read aloud at home with your child and try out some of the reading readiness games and enrichment activities you learn in class. Your child will also complete short assignments in the phonics program, Pole and Vole Stories. This home practice is well structured, easy to follow, and a lot of fun.
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What is the class size?
The average class size is twelve students, and the maximum class size is sixteen students. The class size allows for your child to receive personal attention from the teacher, while also participating in lively group discussions and activities.
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Is this program right for my child?
The materials, format, and instruction meet the needs of a wide range of students. The teacher provides individualized support and guidance based on your child’s skill level and needs. You will receive a Reading Development Booklist to guide you in selecting appropriate books for your child. The program also includes a self-paced workbook in beginning phonics skills. For additional assistance in determining whether this class will meet your child’s needs, please call 1 (800) 964-8888 to speak to a Program Coordinator.
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For more information or to enroll by phone
call 1 (800) 964-8888
