Accelerated Reader Book List*

These are lists of AR tests that are available at North Bethesda Middle School. A book may be advertised as having an AR test available, but if NBMS does that have that test, students cannot earn points for it.

Listed by Title

Listed by Author

Listed by Points

(*Book lists are on pdf files and requires the Adobe Acrobat Reader program to view. Click here to download the program for free)

This is an individualized program that allows each student to read at his or her own pace and level of ability. The primary goals of this program are to have our students read more and select a variety of books. As a result, your child will become a better reader and student.

AR works for students of varying abilities and interests. Ultimately, each student will choose a book from a list of over 1,100. The complete list is available in the main office for parents to sign out, make copies, and return. It can also be accessed from the North Bethesda Middle School web page. Many books may be found in the school's media center, but some may have to be obtained from the public library, or any other resource you may have. Each book has been evaluated as to reading level and length. Based on those two factors, each book is assigned a point value. In other words, the longer the book and the higher the reading level, the more points the book is worth. After reading the book, the student takes a multiple-choice test in my classroom computer. The test measures comprehension of the book, and the student will receive points based on test performance. To summarize, students will choose a book form the AR list, read the book, take the test, choose another book, and repeat the process.

Students will be reading to comprehend and remember. This type of reading requires closer attention than recreational reading. For this reason, each student will be required to complete activities related to the book that will aid comprehension and memory.

AR keeps track of each student's performance and generates a report of reading progress. Because independent reading is a necessary skill for success, it will account for 20 percent of your child's reading grade. Teachers send a report of your child's reading progress on a regular basis to keep you informed. In addition, there will be special recognition to motivate students to read.

AR Tips for Success!

Read carefully
Read a book that interests you
Read at a "good" pace for you
Start another book if it's confusing or go back and reread
Jot down a quick summary after each chapter or certain number of pages
Re-read if short book
Read as much as you can everyday
Count pages or chapters to plan how much you should read each night
Pay attention to details
On quiz think before you answer
Make a practice quiz while you're reading
If you buy the book, you can highlight in it
Challenge yourself
After reading a chapter summarize it in your head
Get recommendations from friends
Have a parent ask you questions after each chapter
Find a peer who's read the same book and discuss it
Make notes on Post It notes and place in book
Use Post Its to write questions about your reading
After each chapter write down very important things that happened
Think about what AR may ask?
Write down ALL characters names and traits
Challenge yourself in small steps
Outline chapter events
Re-write parts of chapter in own words to check for understanding
Pay attention to quotes and what characters are saying
Re-read all books if you've read them previously
Read in a quiet place
Re-read last page where you left off before you read on

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