Roosevelt Elementary Unites Home and School
Roosevelt Elementary students will bring home a copy of “How to Eat Fried Worms” by Thomas Rockwell and begin reading it with their families on Nov. 1. During the first few weeks of November, students and families will read the book together at home while celebrating and exploring the novel at school. It’s all part of a unique national family literacy program called One School, One Book from non-profit Read to Them designed to strengthen the educational connection between home and school.
“Reading a common book together turns out to be a terrific way to unite a school community and increase parental involvement. Reading aloud at home ensures students come to school prepared to read and to succeed – in school and in life,” said Read to Them Director of Programs Bruce Coffey.
Roosevelt Elementary will join the schools and districts across North America who have undertaken this family literacy strategy. Families will read and discuss “How to Eat Fried Worms” at home. In school, students will experience dynamic assemblies, answer trivia questions, and engage in creative extension activities.