Adelfa B. Sialongo and Leoniza B. Sevilla (Authors)
Abstract
This study explores the impact of the “Art of Reaching and Engaging” (ARE) approach on the reading abilities of struggling Grade 3 learners at Tugop Muslim Elementary School. Due to the absence of a specialized reading teacher, a 40-day reading intervention program was implemented, incorporating activities like prayer, modeling, music, and rewards to foster a passion for reading. Using a one-group pretest-posttest design, significant improvements were observed in students’ reading performance after the intervention. This research demonstrates the effectiveness of the ARE approach in enhancing reading skills among young learners, promoting a love for reading through an engaging and supportive learning environment.
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Keywords: Reading intervention, Elementary education, Student engagement