academic programs that support literacy in our community.
This is our classroom in the McDonald Building at Rye Rye Recreation. Our educators are experienced, certified early childhood literacy specialists. Our newly designed classroom is a modern, boutique learning center designed specifically for young learners!
We're the teachers that founded Rye Reads and the Rye Book Club for Kids! We also developed the Learning League Homework Program for the Rye Library. We started with the belief that children’s learning should be affordable, age appropriate, structured and organized. If we could tap into a child’s natural curiosity and give them the opportunity to express themselves in a safe, structured and nurturing environment, they would develop the love of reading and an appreciation for all learning. We were right! To date, our programs have helped many children in Rye and beyond become better readers, better students and better community members.
We pride ourselves on offering a variety of academic programs for individuals and small groups. We offer the best of today’s teaching practices, combining academic vigor with social and emotional support.
Programs at the rye reads learning corner at 69 maple avenue
Rye Reads 2020 Author Celebration Line Up!
Join us as we celebrate a beloved children’s author. Once a month children will participate in a favorite author read aloud followed by a fun, educational, hands on activity. Don’t be surprised to see character visits, local heroes as guest readers, special snacks, treats, take-aways and more!
January - Mo Willems
Sunday, January 12th
11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Don’t let your child drive past Rye Reads and miss the launch of our 2020 Literacy Series. Our first author celebration is one of the most popular, funny and beloved authors. Students will visit a few of Willem’s favorite characters and have the opportunity to write their own pigeon adventure.
February - Drew Daywalt
Sunday, February 9th
11:00 am – 12:30 pm
We aren’t quitting for even a day - even if the crayons are! Let’s find out what we can do to help all the crayons in the world get along. No matter your color, we can all make the world brighter with a little more kindness.
March – Theodore Seuss
Sunday, March 1st
11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss! The Cat in the Hat will be visiting Rye Reads! Bring your camera and take a picture with one of our all-time favorites!
April – Celebrate National Poetry Month with Shel Silverstein
Sunday, April 19th
11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Let’s celebrate National Poetry Month with one of our favorite all time poets! We’ll increase your child’s awareness and appreciation of poetry as we explore Shel’s unique poems and illustrations. Black markers and white paper included!
May - Kevin Henkes
Sunday, May 17th
11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Whether you love purple or have a name with 13 letters, we have the Kevin Henkes’ favorites to share with your eager reader. What a great way to introduce an author study and explore how an author gets his ideas – and discover a few of your own!
June - Happy Birthday Eric Carle!
Sunday, June 14th
11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Be like the caterpillar and come very hungry! It’s Eric Carle’s birthday and we have lots to celebrate. We’ll read a few of his best loved books, paint our own caterpillar to bring home and frame. We’ll end the session with snacks and a happy birthday song dedicated to this national literary treasure.
Rye Reads Learning Center
69 Maple Avenue
Rye, NY 10580
Registration required.
$30 per child/per month.
New York State ELA Test Prep
New York State ELA Test
Grades 3 – 5
Session Dates: 2/1, 8, 29 3/7/14/21
1:15 pm - 2:15 pm
Program site: Rye Read Learning Center, 69 Maple Ave., Rye
Fee: $350
Register for Math and ELA Test Prep and save $50.00
Test Prep isn't just about learning test taking strategies. Our curriculum is customized to meet the literacy strengths and weaknesses of each student. We integrate the Next Generation Learning Standards for ELA into every lesson. Student learn reading and writing skills that will help them become better readers and writers. When test dates come around, students have a solid fundamental background in ELA - and extensive experience answering both short response and extended response questions.
New York State MATH Test Prep
New York State Math Test
Grades 3 – 5
Session Dates: Saturdays: 3/7, 14, 21, 28, 4/4, 4/18
12:00n – 1:00 pm
Program site: Rye Read Learning Center, 69 Maple Ave., Rye
Fee: $350
Register for Math and ELA Test Prep and save $50.00
Our Math curriculum is designed to maximize success with in-depth focus on fewer topics. We understand and integrate the Next Generation Learning Standards for Math into every lesson. We teach more than test taking strategies. Our students develop rigorous mathematical reasoning. We devote extended time to practice and reflection through extensive problem sets. Student will strengthen their math skills while learning how to navigate the standardized test format.
Rye Reads Language Immersion Programs
(Spanish/Italian/French)
Grades K-2 or Grades 3-5
Winter Session: December 2-March 9*
Spring Session: March 16 - June 15
Program site: Rye Read Learning Center, 69 Maple Ave., Rye
Fee: $420
Our language learners will absorb language skills in a completely natural way and will learn to speak French, Italian, Spanish like a native speaker. Our curriculum incorporates singing, movement, storytelling and hands on projects, taught by native-speaking teachers. Children will develop an appreciation for the culture and history of the language through literacy and activities.
French :
Wednesday from 1:00 to 2:30 pm
or 3:45 to 5:15 pm
Spanish :
Thursdays from 1:00 to 2:30 pm,
or 3:45 to 5:15 pm
Italian:
Saturdays from 10:00 am- 11:30 am
TO REGISTER, SEND AN EMAIL TO INFO@RYEREADS.COM
*We follow the Rye City School District Calendar. Classes are not held on days of school closings.
RYE BOOK CLUB FOR KIDS!
Grades 3 – 5
Winter Session: Sat, Jan. 11 - Mar. 28, 10:30 am - 12:00 n
(No session: 2/15 or 2/22)
Program site: Rye Read Learning Center, 69 Maple Ave., Rye
Fee: $350
Children participate in a shared read aloud followed by hands-on, project based learning activity. Project based activities are used to reinforce comprehension, develop rich vocabulary, decode irregular spelling patterns and navigate varied genre books. Small group work is based on specific needs. Program is designed to support the Rye City School District curriculum.
Early Childhood Class Offerings
PreSchool Prep 3’s Can Read Early Literacy Program
Ages 3-4
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Winter Session Fee: $395
Spring Session Fee: $295
Location: McDonald Building/Rye Recreation
Winter 2019/20:
Registration OPEN!
January 11, 18. 25
February 1, 8, 29
March 7, 14, 21, 28
Spring 2020:
May 2, 9, 16, 30
June 6, 13
Our early literacy program is designed to give your young scholar a strong foundation to academic success. Our 3-year old literacy program encourages independence, instills organization, helps develop social skills, and introduces academic readiness. Through song and movement, we skillfully present the basics such as colors, numbers, and the ABCs. Your child will develop fine motor skills to prepare for future handwriting demands. During small group instruction, student create crafts that involves snipping paper, coloring, gluing and manipulating modeling clay to form shapes and letters. Purposeful play allows students to learn how to share and take turns, manage and express emotions in a healthy manner, and how to talk and listen to each other. Registration is limited. Sessions are supervised by two qualified, experienced instructors.
Kindergarten Readiness Program
Ages 4-6
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Winter Session Fee: $395
Spring Session Fee: $295
Location: McDonald Building/Rye Recreation
Winter 2019/20:
Registration OPEN!
January 11, 18. 25
February 1, 8, 29
March 7, 14, 21, 28
Spring 2020:
May 2, 9, 16, 30
June 6, 13
This Program will focus on foundational reading and writing skills and number sense to better prepare your child for Kindergarten. Students will master letter/sound relationships, recognize word patterns, navigate beginner books, practice handwriting and develop number sense. Sessions are social and instruction is project-based. Our students will also learn how to navigate a classroom and will enter Kindergarten better prepared to learn. Class size is extremely limited. Classes are staffed by NYS Certified Early Childhood Instructors.
Rye Book Club for Kids! Saturday Session
Grades K - 2nd
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Winter Session Fee: $395
Spring Session Fee: $295
Location: McDonald Building/Rye Recreation
Winter 2019/20:
Registration OPEN!
January 11, 18. 25
February 1, 8, 29
March 7, 14, 21, 28
Spring 2020:
May 2, 9, 16, 30
June 6, 13
Children participate in a lively book read aloud followed by hands-on, project based learning activities. We will customize small group work to reinforce letter/sound relationships, navigate varied genre books, handwriting and reinforce comprehension skills. Children are given individual support based on their specific needs and challenges. Small groups are defined by skill level - not age.. Our program is academically oriented, designed to supplement the Rye School District curriculum school classes and academic activity. Registration is limited. Students are supervised by Certified instructors.
Rye Book Club for Kids! After school tutoring and homework.
Monday – Friday
3:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Location: 69 Maple Avenue, Rye NY
In addition to homework assistance and 1:1 tutoring in all subject areas, children participate in a lively book read aloud followed by hands-on, project based learning activities. We will customize small group work to reinforce letter/sound relationships, navigate varied genre books, handwriting and develop math number sense. Children will be given time to choose and explore individual learning centers. Our program is academically oriented, designed to supplement the Rye School District curriculum school classes and academic activity. Registration is limited. Students are supervised by Certified instructors. Parents my register for your choice of day(s).
Monthly Fee Schedule:
5 days ….................................…….$395.00
4 days…..................................…….$350.00
3 days............................................ $325.00
2 days……..................................…..$205.00
1 day…….....................................…….$195.00
Occasional…...................………....$ 75.00
Unless otherwise noted, we follow the Rye City School District Calendar. Early dismissal days, vacation programs and other changes will be announced. Our program is academically oriented, designed to supplement the Rye School District curriculum school classes and academic activity. We are a provider of 1:1 and small group tutoring and homework assistance.
Singapore Math Lab
Tuesday
3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Session Fee: $350.00
Location: McDonald Building/Rye Recreation
Winter 2019/20:
Registration OPEN!
January 7, 14, 21, 28
February 4, 11, 25
March 3, 10, 17
Aligned with the Rye City School District curriculum, Singapore Math is a program with a unique framework with a focus on building problem-solving skills and an in-depth understanding of essential math skills. Our skilled Math experts will guide your child through the three-step learning model, which consistently introduces concepts in a progression. We moves from the concrete to visual representation and then on to the more abstract (questioning and solving written equations). Our students are taught not only to know how to do something but also why it works. This course will support your child’s academic success, improving your child’s math grades and confidence!
Private 1:1 Tutoring
Individual tutoring sessions may be arranged for all subjects for grades
Pre-K to 5.
Sessions are conducted by Certified NYS teachers who are experts in content and experienced educators. We do not employ students as instructors.
Tutoring Fee Schedule:
1-4 session/$105.00 per session
5-9 sessions/$85.00 per session
10+ sessions/$75.00 per session
Location: 69 Maple Avenue, Rye NY
middle and high school Class Offerings
Executive Functioning Skills
Middle School Grades 5-8
Saturday
Winter Session Fee: $350.00
Location: McDonald Building/Rye Recreation
Winter 2019/20:
Registration OPEN!
January 9, 16, 23, 30
February 6, 13, 27
March 5, 12, 19
Executive function and self-regulation skills are the mental processes that enable students to plan, focus attention, remember instructions, and juggle multiple tasks successfully. Over 10 social, interactive sessions, Experienced, NYS Certified instructors will teach the most critical learning, organizing, and communication skills needed to be successful in school. Those skills include: • Identify students' strengths & “SuperPowers” • Set goals • Establish priorities • Manage time • Organize papers, desks, lockers, & other space • Take notes • Study for tests • Track long-term goals Class size is extremely limited and will be filled on a first come basis.
Ready, Set, Learn! American Sign Language
Grades 5-8
Thursday
3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Fall/Winter Session Fee: $225
Location: McDonald Building/Rye Recreation
Winter 2019/20:
Registration OPEN!
January 9, 16, 23, 30
February 6, 13, 27
March 5, 12, 19
We believe in the importance of bridging all communities. Our ASL language class is designed to make learning easy, fun and accessible. Students will learn to sign shapes, numbers, the alphabet, and gain an introductory level conversational skills. We’ll focus on making conversations happen, ideas to emerge, and collaborations to blossom. This course is a great primer for the Rye Middle School ASL classes.
Writing Boot Camp for Middle School
Grades 6-8
Thursday
4:30 pm –5:30 pm
Location: McDonald Building
Winter Session Fee: $325
Winter 2019/20:
Registration OPEN!
January 9, 16, 23, 30
February 6, 13, 27
March 5, 12, 19
Class will focus on teaching students to organize and create cohesive essays and short research based writing projects. In addition to strengthening the entire writing process, this class will give students a solid understanding of specific essay formats such as compare and contrast, cause and effect, critical and descriptive. Students will have opportunities to participate in the classroom as well as in individual writing exercises.
Registration will open on the Rye Recreational website on September 5th at 10:00 am.
Rye Reads Road Scholars 2-Day Washington D.C. Capital City Tour (CLOSED)
Join Rye area families for an educational weekend experience in Washington D.C.
April 25, 26 2020
Escorted overnight excursion to Washington D.C. includes:
· Private round trip transportation from Rye to Washington D.C. via motor coach
· 1 night’s deluxe hotel accommodation
· 1 breakfast
· 1 dinner
· 24 hour Tour Guide
· Sightseeing as per provided itinerary
· All admission fees
Bonus: Cherry Blossom Festival
Parents are encouraged to join us!
join us at the Rye Library!
Executive Functioning Skills For Every Student: Establishing Strategies For A Successful School
Executive function skills are the mental processes that enable students to plan, focus attention, remember instructions, and juggle multiple tasks successfully. In this informative session, you will gain an overview of how to help your child develop the most critical learning, organizing, and communication skills needed to be successful in school. We will discuss how to help your child set goals, establish priorities, manage time, stay organized and develop their own study habits. Limited seating.
Thursday, September 19th
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Meeting Room
Rye Free Reading Room
Mid-Year Challenges and Resources
Thursday, March 3rd
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Meeting Room
Rye Free Reading Room
Get Ready for Summer Reading
Thursday, May 21st
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Meeting Room
Rye Free Reading Room
Learning League Teacher Celebration
New date to be announced shortly!
Guest Speaker
Taylor Mali,
vocal advocate of
teachers and the
nobility of teaching.
We’re celebrating our dedicated
educators!
We’re inviting every educator to join us for an inspiring afternoon where we will kick off the new school year!
•Let’s get pumped up! •Meet the Learning League staff. •Discover all of the Rye Library resources. •Free raffles and giveaways. •Meet your fellow educators in a relaxed, supportive atmosphere. •Appetizers and refreshments will be served.
FREE TO ALL EDUCATORS THANKS TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS!
To register, send us your name and school via email to:
Learning League After School Program at the Rye Free Reading Room
Monday - Thursday
3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Meeting Room
Rye Free Reading Room
Grades 3, 4 and 5
Registration OPEN!
Join the Learning League and become a Homework Hero!
The Learning League will provide daily homework help followed by additional academic support and activities in reading, writing and math. Students earn prizes and awards to recognize and celebrate their commitment to learning. All materials will be provided. Small groups and personalized support for the Rye School District curriculum. Program is run by NYS Certified educators. Registration directly with the Rye Free Reading Room is required. Grades 3, 4 and 5 are welcome.
To register visit the Rye Free Reading Room Library website or send us an email at info@ryereads.com and we will be happy to assist!
Here's What Parents Have To Say
Yvette G., Milton School
"Shelby loves Rye Reads!! I like the attention to detail, small group instruction, targeted goals, and inviting space. We did some of the other tutoring centers- but they basically had kids working in workbooks the whole time. I like the structure and format at Rye Reads."
Teresa A., Osborn School
"Love the fun, no pressure learning. My son looks forward to every meeting and walks away with reals strategies he can use in class."
Laura P., Osborn School
"The sense of community among all the students is refreshing. It creates a safe learning environment where kids celebrate their success."
Clare, Osborn School
"My daughter had another awesome time this afternoon. Thanks again for all that you do! She is really enjoying reading, something I thought would never happen."
Anna T, Rye Resident
"Where was this program when my kids were in school? This is exactly what our community needs to support our school's educators!"
