For the love of reading : guide to K-8 reading promotions

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LB1573 .B3725 2013
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Available

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Summary

This insightful book reviews the current research on literacy programming, examines the latest standards for strengthening reading skills, and provides educators, families, and caregivers methods for building successful reading habits in and out of the classroom.

Research indicates that children need more than classroom instruction to become proficient readers. Unfortunately, few parents realize how simple, everyday practices can build a lifelong love of reading. Educators, diligent with employing mandatory literacy standards, may overlook families and support systems as tools for improving student performance. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the various methods of reading instruction, analyzing the pedagogy behind Sustained Silent Reading (SSR), the importance of reading aloud to children, and the necessity of working the home-school connection.

For the Love of Reading: Guide to K-8 Reading Promotions provides strategies and tips for setting up successful reading environments for children, including having a well-stocked library collection; engaging students through book clubs, reading lists, and prepared book talks; and involving student and adult volunteers. The author asserts that the entire school community--teachers, librarians, parents, caregivers, and administrators--must work together to promote literacy.

Contents

Beary Special Readers -- Early Bird Readers -- Reading Lunch -- Mock Newbery Book Club -- Book Swap -- One Book One School Community Read -- Battle of the Books -- Reading Millionaires Project -- Additional Reading Promotional Activities -- Newbery Book Club -- State Reading Book Club -- Appendix I: Vendors, Journals, and Further Reading -- Appendix II: Websites -- Appendix III: Book Talks for Reading Lunch -- Appendix IV: Common Core State Standards/AASL Standards for 21st Century Learners & Reading Promotional Programs Chart.

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