Reading Log
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How to keep a homeschool reading log
A reading log is one of the easiest records to keep and one of the most useful: evaluators ask for it, colleges ask high schoolers what they have read, and children like seeing the list grow.
- Add each book when your child starts it, not when they finish, so nothing slips through.
- Record the title, author and the dates. Pages or minutes are optional but help if your state counts hours.
- Note read-alouds too. Books you read to your children count as their reading.
- Print the log at the end of each term and file it with your work samples.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a reading log for homeschool?
Some states ask for a portfolio or an annual evaluation where a reading list is expected; others require nothing. Even where it is not required, a reading log is the quickest proof of a year’s learning.
Should audiobooks count?
Yes. Most families log audiobooks and read-alouds alongside books read independently. Mark them so you can tell them apart later.
How many books should my child read in a year?
There is no official number. A steady habit matters more than a target; many families aim for a book every week or two at the elementary level.
What should a high school reading list include?
Titles and authors for every book read in grades 9 to 12, with the course they belonged to if any. Colleges often ask homeschool applicants for this list.
Helpful supplies
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- Reading journal for kids
A place to write a few lines about each book.
- Clip-on book light
For bedtime reading without the overhead light.
- Library tote bag
Carry the week’s library books in one bag.
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