Project IBOOK: Improving Reading Comprehension in Struggling Learners

Project IBOOK is introduced as a practical and effective intervention designed to enhance reading comprehension among struggling learners by utilizing storybooks with engaging illustrations.

Empirical evidence showed significant improvement in reading comprehension scores. Fifteen Grade VI pupils at Pandanon Silos Elementary School in Murcia, Philippines, improved their mean scores from 'poor' to 'outstanding' after using IBOOK.

Qualitative observations and interviews revealed increased enjoyment and confidence in reading among students. Pupils engaged more actively, showed improved word recognition, better comprehension, and enhanced story recall.

The research highlights the crucial role of visual aids in contextualizing stories and making reading materials more accessible and engaging, especially for struggling readers, with students attributing their success to these aids.

The paper provides actionable recommendations, such as expanding Project IBOOK to other schools and offering teacher training to create similar instructional tools, aligning with the Department of Education's literacy goals for scalable reading skill improvement.