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Goal

The overall purpose of the Wonder Readers' Marketplace is to foster a love of reading and improve literacy outcomes by providing students with meaningful incentives tied to their reading achievements. This project addresses the need for increased student engagement in reading, especially among reluctant or struggling readers. By connecting reading success with tangible rewards, the program creates a fun and motivating environment that encourages consistent reading habits and celebrates academic growth.

It also supports broader school goals by:

Reinforcing the importance of literacy across all grade levels.
Promoting equity by ensuring all students have access to rewards based on effort and achievement.
Aligning with our school theme, “Be the Eighth Wonder,” by inspiring students to discover the wonder of books and learning.

The project directly supports key academic outcomes in literacy, including:

Reading comprehension: Students must understand and retain information to pass AR quizzes.
Vocabulary development: Exposure to diverse texts enhances language skills.
Fluency and stamina: Regular reading builds confidence and endurance.
Goal-setting and self-monitoring: Students track their progress and strive to improve.

These outcomes contribute to overall academic success and prepare students for future learning by building foundational literacy skills in a joyful and engaging way. 

 

Category

School-Wide, Grade-Level, Or Class Events/Programs - Parent Nights, Honor Roll Celebrations, EOY Events, PBIS, LIM, etc. 

 

What will be done with my students

The Wonder Readers' Marketplace is a literacy incentive program designed to motivate elementary students to read more and improve comprehension through the Accelerated Reader (AR) platform. Students will earn points by reading books and successfully passing AR quizzes. These points will act as a currency they can use to "shop" for prizes in a themed marketplace held at regular intervals throughout the school year.

Activities include:

Reading and Quiz Completion: Students select books at their reading level, read independently, and take AR quizzes to earn points.
Marketplace Events: Students use their accumulated points to shop for prizes such as books, school supplies, toys, and other engaging items.
Promotion and Celebration: The program will be promoted through posters, announcements, and classroom encouragement. Special recognition may be given to top readers or those showing significant growth.
Integration with School Theme: The marketplace will reflect the school’s theme, “Be the Eighth Wonder,” celebrating the wonder of reading and discovery.

This project directly addresses the need to foster a love of reading and improve literacy skills among students. By providing a fun and rewarding system, it encourages consistent reading habits, goal-setting, and personal growth. It also supports classroom instruction by reinforcing comprehension and vocabulary development.

For the school as a whole, the Wonder Readers' Marketplace:

Builds a positive reading culture.
Encourages equity, allowing all students to participate and be celebrated.
Supports academic achievement by aligning with curriculum goals.
Enhances student engagement and motivation, especially for reluctant readers. 

 

Benefits to my students

The Wonder Readers' Marketplace will significantly enhance student motivation and engagement in reading. By tying Accelerated Reader (AR) performance to tangible rewards, students will be more likely to read independently, select books at appropriate reading levels, and strive to improve comprehension. This initiative will foster a positive reading culture, build confidence, and encourage goal-setting among students. It will also support literacy development across all grade levels, helping students become more fluent, thoughtful, and enthusiastic readers.

Anticipated improvements include:

Increased number of books read per student.
Higher AR quiz participation and pass rates.
Greater student enthusiasm for reading.
Improved reading comprehension and vocabulary.
Stronger classroom discussions and peer recommendations around boo

Outcomes will be measured using data from the Accelerated Reader platform and teacher observations. Specific metrics include:

AR Data Tracking:

Number of AR quizzes taken and passed.
Total AR points earned per student.
Growth in reading levels over time.
Participation Rates:

Percentage of students engaging in the Wonder Readers' Marketplace.
Frequency of student visits to the media center or reading zones. 

 

Budget Narrative

The requested grant funds will be used to support the setup and operation of the Wonder Readers' Marketplace, a literacy incentive program that rewards students for reading and passing Accelerated Reader (AR) quizzes. Specifically, the funds will be used to purchase items that students can redeem using the AR points they earn throughout the school year. All items will be purchased from Raymond Geddes and Amazon.

Funds will be used to purchase:

Student Prizes: Age-appropriate items such as books, school supplies, toys, games, and novelty items that appeal to a wide range of interests.

These purchases directly support the program’s goal of increasing student engagement in reading by providing meaningful, motivating rewards. By aligning incentives with academic achievement, the Wonder Readers' Marketplace helps foster a culture of literacy and encourages students to take ownership of their reading progress. 

 

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