Developing Interest in Reading: Basis for Enhancing Reading Level among Grade Two Pupils at San Roque Elementary Schoo;

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

This study determines to develop an interest in reading to serve as the basis for enhancing reading level among grade two pupils at San Roque Elementary School. Based on the data from the Philippine Informal Reading Inventory (Phil-Iri), most of the pupils fall under "frustration level", suggesting that it requires immediate attention from their teachers. Using a quantitative approach, the findings show that 20% or a total of 25 pupils belong to the frustration level that needs teachers' assistance to become total readers before they can be promoted to the next grade level. The result implies that pupils encountered difficulties in the meaning of the text. This research serves as teachers' reference to evaluate their teaching practices and apply the proposed reading intervention program to improve the pupils' reading intervention program to improve the pupils' reading skills as well as their academic performance.

METHODS

The methods of this research are the identification of techniques, strategies, approaches, activities, and programs needed by the primary grade pupils to attain a zero non-reader in San Roque Elementary School. This is descriptive qualitative research which aims to identify ways to enhance the oral reading skills of the pupils. The respondents of the study are the teacher adviser who are identified based on the following criteria: a. they are identified by their schools as the adviser responsible to develop each child the habit of reading, b. they would like to attain zero non-reader at the end of the school year, they are willing to take part in the study

RESULTS

Oral reading difficulties of pupils can be corrected by providing different activities suited to the pupil's level, employing different techniques for remediation and intensive supervision of teachers, parents and school administrators. The teacher's creativity, resourcefulness, and diligence count most in the success of the program/project. The pupil's interest in reading can be developed and enhanced by engaging in different activities and through constant exposure to different reading materials. The utilization of varied and appropriate instructional materials can facilitate the pupil's understanding of what he is reading. 4. Proper motivation and moral support from teachers, parents, and administrators can make pupils learn.

DISCUSSIONS

Data shows that the teachers teaching the primary level need to the highest extent that making a warm and inviting classroom library/reading corner will create a welcoming environment that pupil is more likely to spend time there. Empower your students by giving them the choice of their own reading material. Majority of the respondents rated that they needed to the highest level a portion of the day to set aside for D.E.A.R. (Drop Everything and Read). During this time, everyone including the teacher read. D.E.A.R. will encourage the students to read every day. And the best way to get your students needed to the highest extent to love books is to read to them. Sitting next to your pupils will prolong the reading time.