The Book Whisperer: Awakening the Inner Reader in Every Child
Format: ebook
ISBN:
9780470623428 (047062342X)
Publish date: January 12th 2010
Publisher: Jossey-Bass
Pages no: 240
Edition language: English
This book didn't have as much impact on me as "Reading in the Wild" did. I wonder if that is because of the order I read them in? I also didn't think there were as many practical tips for me to take out of this book. However, if you are a teacher who does not enjoy reading yourself or a teacher ...
Why is it that kids have fallen out of love with reading? Is it because of video games or TV ....or is because they have never been given the chance to learn how to appreciate the art of reading? Has standardized testing and programs like Accelerated reading sucked all the fun of books out of today'...
I will definitely be buying a copy to keep in my classroom. This is a must-read for teachers, especially English language arts teachers!
Reading this book reminded me of a couple of things:1) I really miss teaching, and need to get back to it2) If a teacher knows what she's doing, kids can achieve pretty much anything3) Nobody understands teaching reading like an avid reader. (I don't think you can do it any other way)And Miller is,...
6/6/11 ** Day 10 Book 12 ** What can I say? Read this book! If you're interested in fostering a love of reading among your students, - give them time to read books that they choose; - don't give them lots of arts & crafts or 'sheets' to do after they read; - let your own passion for reading shine th...
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