Breaking the Cycle
As this new school year begins, I am going to write a short series of reflections on the teaching of reading. I believe it is...
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A review of current professional literature led me to conclude that the following factors contribute most to motivating lifelong...
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During the break times at a recent seminar on reading motivation, I projected a PowerPoint show that featured quotes from famous...
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The matchmaker’s goal when delivering book talks is to introduce students to a potential new “bibliomate.” —from The Book...
read moreMatching Readers with Text
Reading Interview One of the best ways to discover what a child likes to read is to ask. At the beginning of the year, interview...
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