Book Buddy: A Volunteer Gives Kids an Extra Boost in Reading.

Matias, Teri Sherman

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Publication Date: 1998

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Book Buddy: A Volunteer Gives Kids an Extra Boost in Reading.

Matias, Teri Sherman

Northwest Education, v4 n1 p46-47 Fall 1998

Start Making a Reader Today (SMART) is a book and reading program for children in kindergarten through second grade in 13 Oregon counties. The program aims to create a relaxed and safe environment in which children can practice their skills, one-on-one, with caring adult volunteers. A volunteer tutor recounts her experiences with the program. (SAS)

Descriptors: Beginning Reading, Emergent Literacy, Oral Reading, Primary Education, Reading Aloud to Others, Reading Instruction, Reading Programs, Tutoring, Tutors, Volunteers

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Oregon

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