August 31, 2015

Dear Parents,
Tonight will be the first night of D.E.A.R. (Drop
Everything And Read) homework. Please help your
child create healthy homework habits by finding an
appropriate time, along with a quiet place for him/her
to read.
The book in your childs bag is a book we chose
together.
In first grade we talk a lot about choosing just-right
books. Ask your child what makes a book just right
(have him/her try to explain I PICK and the Five
Finger rule).
Your child should read aloud the book in his/her
book-bag for 10 minutes. If your child reads the book
quickly, have him/her read it again (perform it, read
to a sibling or to the DOG!). Repetitive reading
promotes fluency: pace, phrasing, and expression. It
also aids in comprehension.
Please review the papers in your childs D.E.A.R.
folder for ideas on what you can do before, during,
and after reading.
Also, please fill out the D.E.A.R. log, which is bound in
the D.E.A.R. folder.
D.E.A.R. homework should take place Monday
through Thursday. D.E.A.R. books will not come home
Friday, but reading over the weekend is encouraged!
Thank you for your help and support!

Hildahl

Sincerely,
Mrs. Warstler and Mrs.