Book Blast Has Wrapped Up!
Our school did an incredible job raising money for books! ALL students in the elementary went home with ALL 10 books regardless of whether they participated in the Book Blast. It is so exciting that EVERY student in PK-6 will be taking home 10 new titles for their home libraries--that means 1,300 new books in students' hands! I have linked a few articles that discuss the benefits home libraries have on improving student literacy and reducing the impact of summer slide. Thank you for all of your support in making this Book Blast a huge success! Let the summer reading begin!
"The Importance of Home Libraries"
"Science Says: A Book-Filled Home Has Benefits Beyond Reading for Kids"
"Growing Up Surrounded by Books Could Have Powerful, Lasting Effect on the Mind"