It is extremely important to assess student’s reading ability so that you can place them with the best reading materials to fit their needs.  A child’s reading level is important so that they are learning the needed material without becoming frustrated.  That’s one thing that I found interesting about this article, that students from different reading levels can all read the same material, yet on their instructional level.  It’s a great idea to keep your students on the same subject, and when they are reading different material, it gives them all the opportunity to bring something a little different to the discussion.  Students learn well from other students especially when it comes to vocabulary.  Sometimes when they hear a student say a word, they become interested in the word and will add it to their own vocabulary. “Struggling readers need opportunities to read quality children’s literature written at their instructional levels where teacher guidance and teaching, as well as peer collabora­tion, are essential components.”  When a student is at the proper instructional level they will be learning at their best.