In today’s world, reading has become a lost art. Too often, students are given boring, dry texts that lack the excitement and intrigue of novels and magazines. But there are ways to get students reading again, using innovative learning stations that are sure to keep their interest piqued.
1. Reading Hack: Use QR codes to get students to read magazines and newspapers. Scan the codes with a smartphone and access the articles right on the device. This is a great way to get students to read material that they would otherwise ignore.
2. Reading Station: Set up a reading station in your classroom and make it a fun place to be. Include a large selection of books and magazines as well as a computer with access to the internet. Encourage students to read whatever they choose, and let them know that they can earn rewards for completing reading challenges.
3. Reading Gallery: Have students stand in a line and read aloud from a book. This is a great way to get them used to reading aloud and to increase their fluency.
4. Reading Rotations: Have students read different types of books for different lengths of time. This will help them develop a deeper understanding of different genres and authors.
5. Book-Loving Contest: Have students vote on their favorite books of the year. The winner will be the student who read the most books during the year.
6. Reading Quiz: Have students take a quiz on a chapter or section of a book. This will help them to understand the material and develop strong comprehension skills.
7. Reading Riddles: Have students solve riddles in order to read a book. This will help them develop their critical thinking skills and increase their vocabulary.
8. Reading Challenges: Have students read a different book every week. This will help them develop a love for reading and increase their reading skills.
9. Reading Spots: Have students read at different locations in your classroom. This will help to break up the monotony of reading, and it will encourage students to read more.
10. Reading Club: Have students join a reading club and read together every week. This will help encourage reading and build relationships among students.
