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The purpose of this study is to investigate the relationship between student reading achievement and family involvement in urban schools. In this action research project, family members will be invited to participate as reading mentors during class time. In this study, the mentors will have the chance to impact the students by reading aloud to them in small groups. It is hypothesized that this will increase the student's reading scores and motivate students to read for enjoyment.

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The Effect of Parent Volunteers on Reading Scores and Attitudes

The purpose of this study is to investigate the relationship between student reading achievement and family involvement in urban schools. In this action research project, family members will be invited to participate as reading mentors during class time. In this study, the mentors will have the chance to impact the students by reading aloud to them in small groups. It is hypothesized that this will increase the student's reading scores and motivate students to read for enjoyment.