Accelerated Reader is a computer based supplemental reading  program designed to help motivate, monitor and manage student reading  practice.

The classroom teacher sets reading goals for each student using information from  the STAR reading test (a diagnostic reading assessment tool).  This reading  test determines a reading range based on individual performance.  This reading range is designed to assist the student  in selecting appropriate books for their  reading ability.  Periodically the reading range is reviewed by the teacher and is adjusted as needed.

Our  library  supports the  AR program by purchasing quizzes (using PTA funds and other donations) and  labeling the books for easy access.  Library books that have Accelerated  Reader quizzes are marked with  blue AR labels and are color-coded to indicate the reading levels.  These number  levels do not necessarily reflect content or specific grade level.  Not all books in our  library have quizzes.

WASHINGTON'S  ACCELERATED READER COLOR CODES

                                              1.0-1.9     Yellow
                                              2.0-2.9     Orange
                                              3.0-3.9     Red
                                              4.0-4.9     Green
                                              5.0-5.9     Light Blue
                                              6.0-6.9     Dark Blue
                                              7.0- Up    Gold

The Boise Public Library has a list of  Washington's Accelerated Reader quizzes.

View the Accelerated Reader lists (please be patient, these are large files)