Reading Buddies

The 9-10s have the important school job of being Reading Buddies. Each 9-10 is partnered with a 6-7 to meet weekly and read together. The 6-7s read books to the 9-10s from their book bags, and the 9-10s choose picture books during library class to share with the 6-7s. These cross-grade relationships are meaningful to children from both age groups. The 9-10s feel particular pride as they realize they are the “big kid” to whom they looked up when they were in the 6-7s.