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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Wow, how many kids in an average Mclean K class start off reading? There were only two dc out of 28 who started K off already reading books in ds's class.[/quote]

I can't tell you how many parents I've met who insisted that their kids could read entering into K, when in fact, it really turns out that they had just memorized a few beloved books.  Not saying that this isn't a good first step toward reading, but I am convinced that most parents exaggerate their kids' reading skills in K.  [/quote]

my 5 year old (Nov birthday, not in K yet) has read all the magic treehouse books, all the alphabet mysteries, the calendar mysteries, and the like.  We were at Monticello this weekend and he told his Dad he wasn't ready to move on from one exhibit because he was reading the sign, and some guy behind him made fun of him (gently) by saying "aren't you a little young to be reading that?"  my kid read every word of it aloud without stumbling.  so yes, some kids really are proficient readers long before K.

Back to the subject, please.  What do Arlington schools do for early readers, especially those who spent 4 years in daycare and are pretty well socialized?  I have visions of my son sitting in the corner by himself, reading a book all day.  thanks [/quote]

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