AR is a big component of reading instruction, but they also write essays and do some worksheets. Because language arts is my daughter's strongest area, I'd like to find ways to challenge her more. We can work on things at home (e.g., she writes stories at home), but her school does work with me if I suggest ideas. It is difficult to find ideas that work without her needing too much individual help from the teacher. We are trying to work on it, though.