My DD6 is in first grade and reads many books that come up in fourth-sixth grade reading lists, yet I don't say she is reading at any particular grade level. Her reading rate is exceptionally fast (faster than many adults), her comprehension is great, and decoding is a real strength. When I say she is reading at the level of a particular book, that means she reads it independently, quickly, effortlessly, and with enjoyment and comprehension. Many books she reads are in the 800-900 lexile level wherever that may fall. At that level she reads for enjoyment with no strain. If I had to pick a grade, I'd say third to fourth even though many of her books say 5th etc. Kids in our district are often high achievers so expectations may be different. My DD read Magic Treehouse in kindergarten and is now onto books like "Guardians of Ga'hoole" and "The Borrowers." With that and verbal scores in the 99.9th percentile, including a reading score of 163 out of 165 ceiling, she still isn't up for a grade skip!
Last edited by TwinkleToes; 03/05/13 04:16 AM.
