MYSTERY READER
What is a Mystery Reader?
Mystery Readers are special guests who come to our classroom to read a story to students. Mystery Readers can be parents, grandparents, older siblings, or other relatives. Occasionally mystery readers may be staff members from RRLS.
When do Mystery Readers come?
Mystery Readers come to our classroom on Fridays at 11:30. If someone is unable to physically come into the classroom, they are welcome to record themselves reading a book and email it to me. It will be shown to the class during our regular Mystery Reader time.
Why do we have Mystery Readers?
Students love to see their parents, grandparents, and special friends get involved in our classroom. The Mystery Reader program allows any one who wants to become involved because it requires little time, but the memories will last forever for the surprised students!
How do I sign up to be a Mystery Reader?
The Mystery Reader program will begin in September. I will have a Mystery Reader sign-up sheet during Meet the Teacher Day. You can also e-mail to let me know that you would like to participate. Your child will be SO excited that you participated, but remember to keep it "top secret" until your big day arrives!
How does the Mystery Reader program work?
Once you've signed up for a date to come read to our class, you can start thinking of a book you would like to bring to read. For kindergartners, a picture book is best. If you don't have a book, I will be glad to have one for you. The week prior to your visit, I will send you a reminder, along with a request for five clues to read to the students the day of your visit. There should be 5 clues that start general and become more specific. By the fifth clue, your child should be able to guess that you are the special mystery reader for the day!
Here is a sample of clues:
1. My favorite color is blue.
2. I am the second child out of three in my family, just in the middle (like a sandwich).
3. I like to watch iCarly with my kids.
4. My family favorite restaurant is Maggianos.
5. We have a new aquarium with fish, frog and snail.
DO NOT GIVE THE NAME OF YOUR CHILD AS A CLUE.
Mystery Readers are special guests who come to our classroom to read a story to students. Mystery Readers can be parents, grandparents, older siblings, or other relatives. Occasionally mystery readers may be staff members from RRLS.
When do Mystery Readers come?
Mystery Readers come to our classroom on Fridays at 11:30. If someone is unable to physically come into the classroom, they are welcome to record themselves reading a book and email it to me. It will be shown to the class during our regular Mystery Reader time.
Why do we have Mystery Readers?
Students love to see their parents, grandparents, and special friends get involved in our classroom. The Mystery Reader program allows any one who wants to become involved because it requires little time, but the memories will last forever for the surprised students!
How do I sign up to be a Mystery Reader?
The Mystery Reader program will begin in September. I will have a Mystery Reader sign-up sheet during Meet the Teacher Day. You can also e-mail to let me know that you would like to participate. Your child will be SO excited that you participated, but remember to keep it "top secret" until your big day arrives!
How does the Mystery Reader program work?
Once you've signed up for a date to come read to our class, you can start thinking of a book you would like to bring to read. For kindergartners, a picture book is best. If you don't have a book, I will be glad to have one for you. The week prior to your visit, I will send you a reminder, along with a request for five clues to read to the students the day of your visit. There should be 5 clues that start general and become more specific. By the fifth clue, your child should be able to guess that you are the special mystery reader for the day!
Here is a sample of clues:
1. My favorite color is blue.
2. I am the second child out of three in my family, just in the middle (like a sandwich).
3. I like to watch iCarly with my kids.
4. My family favorite restaurant is Maggianos.
5. We have a new aquarium with fish, frog and snail.
DO NOT GIVE THE NAME OF YOUR CHILD AS A CLUE.