readingteacher

This would certainly work okay with one child sitting at a computer. But,a lot of children do not have computers at home, so they are limited to only viewing it in the classroom setting.

When teachers do reading they usually divide the students into groups. Each child, and the teacher, has a copy of the book. This would be difficult to do on a computer.

In addition, personalized books may be presented as gifts, put in the classroom library, etc.

Other things to consider as well, screens have glare, a lot of school computers cannot be easily positioned for individual eye sight. Most importantly, in my mind though, is the portability, hands on feature, and easy access.

I hope this helps answer your question.

We're getting right on it Thanks for writing.

I agree that physical books for fluent readers are becoming passe. For struggling readers, however, you need a "knowing other" sitting right beside you. The tutor can do all the modeling: 1 to 1 matching, moving left to right across page, return sweep, framing out word chunks, etc.

OMG you're incredible! I'm going to get going on Dwayne's story ASP! LOL! Seriouly, though, your feedback has been outstanding. Thanks again.

Thank you so much for your well thought out responses. I am forwarding your excellent suggesstions to the programmer.

I, however, am wondering what you meant by "pitch it right" to the newspapers? Would you please elaborate a bit?

I wanted to make the site affordable for ALL children, hence the low price. But I will definetely give that some more thought.

Thank you so much for the feedback. The levels correspond with what teachers basically refer to as "guided reading". A beginning reader would start on a level A and then just move up through the levels at their own pace.

Their are many older students (grades 2-4) which some of the books are geared for such as "Hot Car". The site is for children just beginning to read (your son may be too advanced), English language learners, and struggling older students.

I would love to know what subjects appeal to your 5 year old son! I'm always looking for new ideas.

Thank you so much. i have that issue too and hope to have it resolved in the next few days. Thank you for your feedback. Susan

Thank you so much for all your feedback. I have forwarded your comments to the programmer. I, too, have had some of the same concerns.

Please continue to check back from time to time and offer any feedback. it is much appreciated.

Susan