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Raising kids who read : wWhat parents and teachers can do

Description:	1 online resource
ISBN:	9781118911587 (electronic bk)
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▸How parents and educators can teach kids to love reading in thedigital age Everyone agrees that ... reading is important, but kids today tendto lose interest in reading before adolescence. In Raising KidsWho Read , bestselling author and psychology professor Daniel T.Willingham explains this phenomenon and provides practicalsolutions for engendering a love of reading that lasts intoadulthood. Like Willingham's much-lauded previous work, WhyDon't Students Like School? , this new book combinesevidence-based analysis with engaging, insightful recommendationsfor the future. Intellectually rich argumentation is wovenseamlessly with entertaining current cultural references, examples,and steps for taking action to encourage reading. The three key elements for reading enthusiasm—decoding,comprehension, and motivation—are explained in depth in Raising Kids Who Read . Teachers and parents alike willappreciate the practical orientation toward supporting these threeelements from birth through adolescence. Most books on the topicfocus on early childhood, but Willingham understands that kids'needs change as they grow older, and the science-based approach in Raising Kids Who Read applies to kids of all ages. A practical perspective on teaching reading from bestsellingauthor and K-12 education expert Daniel T. Willingham Research-based, concrete suggestions to aid teachers andparents in promoting reading as a hobby Age-specific tips for developing decoding ability,comprehension, and motivation in kids from birth throughadolescence Information on helping kids with dyslexia and encouragingreading in the digital age Debunking the myths about reading education, Raising Kids WhoRead will empower you to share the joy of reading with kidsfrom preschool through high school. The EPUB format of this title may not be compatible for use on all handheld devices. Read More

Why don't students like school? : a cognitive scientist answers questions about how the mind works and what it means for your classroom

Description:	vi, 180 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Publisher:	San Francisco, CA : Jossey-Bass, c2009.
ISBN:	9780470279304 (hbk. : alk. paper)
Edition:	1st ed.
3 of 4 copies available at NOBLE (All Libraries). 1 of 1 copy available at Gordon College. Library Location Call number Status Gordon College Stack Level 3 LB 1060 .W5435 2009 Available

The reading mind : a cognitive approach to understanding how the mind reads

Description:	xvii, 233 pages ; 24 cm
Publisher:	San Francisco, CA : Jossey-Bass, [2017]
ISBN:	9781119301370 (cloth)
Edition:	First edition.
3 of 3 copies available at NOBLE (All Libraries). 1 of 1 copy available at Gordon College. Library Location Call number Status Gordon College Stack Level 3 LB 1050.2 .W55 2017 Available
▸Stop for a moment and wonder: what's happening in your brain right now--as you read this paragraph? ... How much do you know about the innumerable and amazing connections that your mind is making as you, in a flash, make sense of this request? Why does it matter? The Reading Mind is a brilliant, beautifully crafted, and accessible exploration of arguably life's most important skill: reading. The Reading Mind explains the fascinating journey from seeing letters, then words, sentences, and so on, with the author highlighting each step along the way. This resource covers every aspect of reading, starting with two fundamental processes: reading by sight and reading by sound. It also addresses reading comprehension at all levels, from reading for understanding at early levels to inferring deeper meaning from texts and novels in high school. The author also considers the undeniable connection between reading and writing, as well as the important role of motivation as it relates to reading. Finally, as a cutting-edge researcher, Willingham tackles the intersection of our rapidly changing technology and its effects on learning to read and reading. Every teacher, reading specialist, literacy coach, and school administrator will find this book invaluable. Understanding the fascinating science behind the magic of reading is essential for every educator. Indeed, every "reader" will be captivated by the dynamic but invisible workings of their own minds. -- Provided by publisher. Read More