I could have read this in one sitting! It is a must read for any literacy coach as well as any classroom teacher who isn't sure they have time for read alouds, independent reading time, book choice, library visits, etc. It is for anyone who isn't sure they are building a classroom of students who love reading and see themselves as avid readers. It is full of specific and practical advice that you will be able to easily implement and share with co-workers. The authors cite research to back up every suggestion they make. If you want your students to learn to love reading and to build strong literacy skills they must have access to lots of books as well as time and encouragement to read them. This is the key! But, there is so much more to this book. I promise!

As a kindergarten teacher, I got this book hoping to learn more about the "summer slide". Not only did this book have a ton of evidence, it had great resources that I can use in my classroom. It also has inspired me to change some things in my classroom and become more involved in a literacy rich community. A lot of the information was stuff I had recently learned in a PD, but so much was useful for me RIGHT NOW!

Great resource for administrators and librarians! Would be awesome faculty study for any school wanting to emphasize reading school wide. Easy to read, lots of examples.

I am an instructional coach and this book was suggested to me by a colleague. At first, I felt some of the advice was obvious, such as the need for funding of classroom libraries. However, there are great ideas for promoting a reading culture within your school community such as starting a free book swap. I appreciated the suggested lists for increasing diverse books within the classroom library and the research around why diverse literature is important for students.

Yes. It's all about book access. Get on that train with us. If you aren't a believer, read the book. If you are a believer, read the book. Book access changes kids' lives. Figure out how you can be a part of that for children and join us.

Love this book! I am a reading specialist and this book is full of ideas and best practices for developing a love of literacy within the classroom and school! I definitely would recommend this book to other reading specialists, teachers, administrators and school board members.

If you are a public school administrator under pressure to improve test scores, this book is for you. If you are wondering how to foster literacy skills at your school, this book is for you. If you are a book loving teacher who is frustrated with overwhelming pressure to teach the test, this book is for you. Buy it, read it, use the research, and change your world.

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Love this book! I read many educational books but this was definately a game changer with reminders and some new fresh ideas.

Very disappointed by the kindle version of this book. You can not increase font size, bookmark, highlight or use any features. I am unsure if this is an Amazon or Scholastic issue, but disappointed.