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Accelerated Reader puts reading research in action

Decades of reading research has identified the best practices that transform “regular reading” into high-quality reading practice that sends growth soaring. Accelerated Reader helps educators, students, and their families put these practices into action—and more than 30 years of research prove Accelerated Reader is highly effective at raising reading achievement for students of all ability levels.

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The Research-Based Design Product Certification serves as a rigorous, reliable signal for district and school administrators, educators, and families looking for evidence of research-based education technology products that are based in research about learning.

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WHITE PAPERS, SPECIAL REPORTS, GUIDES, & MORE

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WHITE PAPERS, SPECIAL REPORTS, GUIDES, & MORE

Study of 2.8 million kids finds students are nearly twice as likely to be college and career ready with Accelerated Reader

What Kids Are Reading: 2023 Edition

The world’s largest annual study of K–12 student reading habits shows you the most popular books at every grade level.

The Research Foundation for Accelerated Reader

Dozens of studies support the science behind—and prove the efficacy of—Accelerated Reader

Education Leader’s Guide to Reading Growth

Research reveals why quantity, difficulty, and comprehension are essential factors in reading practice and literacy growth

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REAL STORIES FROM REAL EDUCATORS

Success stories from schools and districts like yours

Creating a flourishing reading culture

See how Accelerated Reader and myON are helping an elementary school to increase daily reading time—both in and out of the classroom.

Louisiana school notes two-grade improvement in school performance

In just four years, a principal has led renewed efforts to boost achievement, helping the school advance nearly two letter grades on state school performance scores.

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