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Reading is good for you!

Reading is good for you!. It is no surprise to learn…. Children who read for pleasure are likely to do significantly better at school than their peers, according to new research from the University of London’s Institute of Education (IOE).

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Reading is good for you!

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  1. Reading is good for you! It is no surprise to learn…

  2. Children who read for pleasure are likely to do significantly better at school than their peers, according to new research from the University of London’s Institute of Education (IOE). The IOE study, which is believed to be the first to examine the effect of reading for pleasure on cognitive development over time, found that children who read for pleasure made more progress in maths, vocabulary and spelling between the ages of 10 and 16 than those who rarely read. September 2013

  3. During 2013/14 at Ballyclare High School, pupils in years 8, 9 &10 have read over: 200 million words

  4. The Kindle Project To provide every member of first year (September 2014) with a Kindle e-Reader for learning in school.

  5. The Kindle Project: why an e-Reader and not a tablet? • Single purpose technology; • Easy to read; • Cost.

  6. The Kindle Project: how much will it cost pupils? • Nothing • Replacement fee; • Protective cover.

  7. The Kindle Project: when will it be available? Wednesday 25th June, School Assembly Hall, 3.00 – 5.00pm

  8. The Kindle Project: what do I get? A kindle 6” reading device; Pre-loaded, 20 of the best contemporary books for young readers.

  9. The Kindle Klub

  10. The Kindle Klub There’s no such thing as a reluctant reader, there are only readers for whom the right book has not yet been found. (Paul Jennings)

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