reaching reluctant readers
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Reaching Reluctant Readers. By: Joy Millam Heather Gruenthal Teacher Librarians & YALSA’s Quick Picks for Reluctant Readers Committee. What does a reluctant reader look like?. There is no single answer. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
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By: Joy Millam Heather Gruenthal
Teacher Librarians &YALSAs Quick Picks for Reluctant Readers Committee
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They are the goths, geeks, preps, jocks, nerds, skaters, and gamers. Kids from every demographic can be RRs.
How do we define a reluctant reader:RRs are kids who for whatever reason do not like to read.
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Sometimes they are too busy to readAthletics and extra-curricular activitiesDemanding course of study (IB/AP coursework)Employment
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BooktalksDigital book trailersPurchase appealing books for themRead the movie
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RRs like books that have these characteristicsAppealing coversAttention getting openingEdgy topics
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Ask for donations (registration packet or back to school night, alumni letter)Recycling collectionBook fairs (physical & virtual)Amazon wishlistSelling bookmarks
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RRs also like Gateway books like PostSecretVery visualFew words
These books dont look like much but they lead to quality books.
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Read all books you share with studentsCover is impactfulChoose popular booksie: Child Called It Take notes as you readCite passages Note important events
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Buy extra copiesNote popular titles & find similar titles (ie: It- Bruises, Basement)Practice, practice, practiceYour comfort is criticalPractice passages and summariesTake your show on the roadMake regular appointments
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Take books to the classroomPrepare several different presentationsEnsures availabilityWear comfy clothesLeave brochuresDisplay booktalk booksAdd encouraging note
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Dont booktalk a book you dislikedDont reveal too muchDont go too long per title2-5 min per title max.Dont memorizeDont talk too fast
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