LITERACY STRENGTH TRAINING 10 WAYS TO CHALLENGE YOUR CHILD’S THINKING OUTSIDE OF SCHOOL Granville Elementary Sixth Grade

Purpose for Activities  To build independence  To foster literacy  To engage in thought  To strengthen relationships  “Don't let schooling interfere with your education.” -Mark Twain

#1 Make Dinner  Allow your child to choose and follow a recipe…you can help when needed

#2 Watch TV… with Captions

#3 Become the GPS  Let your child map your day

#4 Create an Itinerary

#5 Table Talk… with Purpose  Teach decisions making, empathy, and character

#6 Read to Family with Expression

#7 Interpret Song Lyrics  You’d be surprised!

#8 Complete a House Project  Assembling toys for siblings  Painting their room  Chores  Fixing a bike tire

#9 Listen to Audio Books  Prescott Valley Library  Listen to CD while reading along

#10 Reflect Daily  Lead with questions

Thank you!  Please the sixth grade team with any concerns, questions, or needed clarifications.  “In matters of style, swim with the current; in matters of principle, stand like a rock.” -Thomas Jefferson