The River Vale Free Public Library is a member of the Bergen County Cooperative Library System (BCCLS). This consortium of 77 public libraries delivers quality library service to the general public through sharing of books and other materials, purchasing, maintaining and sharing a computer system and providing common access to the cooperative's data bases. Your River Vale Library card enables you to access the collections of all members of the cooperative by using the BCCLS online catalog.
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Level P
What are some indicators of a Level P text?
Wide variety of fiction and nonfiction
Fiction texts include novels with longer chapters
Characters are often concerned with issues related to growing up and family relationships
Settings are very detailed
Informational texts and biographies present complex ideas
Topics may be unfamiliar
Longer texts require readers to sustain interest and attention over several days
Structural complexity, theme sophistication and necessary background experience increases
How do I know if my child is a Level P reader?
Know the characteristics of most genres
Read chapter books, shorter informational texts, mysteries, series books, books with sequels or short stories
Read fiction stories with many characters that change throughout the story
Read nonfiction texts that give information on new topics
Understand mature themes (race, language, culture, etc.)
Make sense of new vocabulary words
Read silently for the most part
Read fluently, like an actor would speak
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"Level P" Books
References
Leveled Books for Readers Grades 3-6 (Fountas & Pinnell) and Matching Books to Readers: Using Leveled Books in Guided Reading. K-3 (Fountas and Pinnell). Retrieved: 7/15/13 from Loudoun County Public Schools
The Continuum of Literacy Learning Grades K-2 & Grades 3-5 by Fountas & Pinnell (Adapted by Sachem Literacy Coaches.) Retrieved: 7/15/13 from Sachem School District