Readers Write
National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature Gene Luen Yang challenges readers to “read without walls.” He says: “Read a book about a character who doesn’t look like you or live like you, about a topic you don’t know much about, or in a format you don’t normally read such as a graphic novel or a book in verse.” Gene’s challenge is a great way for readers of all ages to explore the world and expand perspective. To help you meet Gene’s challenge and find your next great book, in this month’s Readers Write we talked with Books Make a Difference book lovers about their experience reading books outside their comfort zones. […]
Readers Write
by Alexander Pavlicin
High schooler Adison hated reading and hardly ever read anything in school, even if it was required. Everything changed, however, when she read a book recommended by a friend.
Teacher Kelly Gallagher suggests that choice has a lot to do with turning “fake readers” into book lovers.
In this Readers Write, we asked teens what book they would like to read and study in English class. They gave us more than a list of books, speaking out about the importance of peer recommendations and their desire for relevant, interactive discussions. […]
Readers Write
Love of reading is often passed through generations and friendships by example. In other words, witnessing someone else enjoy reading encourages us to read. Our Books Make a Difference challenge to you as the new school year begins: Encourage others around you to read by showing them how much you enjoy reading a good book! What better way to select your next good read than a recommendation from a fellow book lover? Don’t let summer reading end with the summer days! #KeepReading In this Readers Write, we asked: What were your favorite #SummerReads? […]
