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Reading for pleasure and the evolving pull of books
A discussion of whether reading is losing appeal cites researchers and educators arguing the image of reading as dull is fading. It notes many still read daily, while others lack access or peer support, and highlights parent and teacher roles, digital competition, and programs to encourage sustained reading habits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chi Izen
Sean Walmsley
Teachers College Press
Richard Allington
Walmsley
Department of Reading
State University of New York At Albany
Kathryn Ransom
Springfield
Illinois
Mary Leonhardt
Concord
Mass
Crown Publisher
Leonhardt
The
New York Times
Kathy Crum
Central Illinois Reading Council
Sweet Valley High
Francine Pascal
Baby-sitters Club
Ann Martin
John) Grisham
Michael) Crichton
Robert Parker
Garfield
Waldo
US Department of Edu
Richie Rich
Rational Enquirer
Picture Oak