Reading Teachers: Nurturing Reading for Pleasure

Reading Teachers provides primary school educators with a principled approach to nurturing the life-changing habit of reading in childhood. It offers insights from research, case studies, and conversations between educators, and provides recommended reading and suggestions for engaging children's books.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 206 pages
Publication date: 31 August 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This captivating text provides primary school educators with a guiding framework for nurturing the life-altering habit of reading in childhood. Filled with insightful and inspiring content, Reading Teachers offers a comprehensive approach to understanding reading for pleasure and making a meaningful impact on young learners. Drawing upon a wealth of research evidence, including studies on reading teachers, dis/engaged boy readers, student teachers as readers, and extensive work with over 150 schools fostering communities of readers, this book provides a accessible overview of international research alongside a practical classroom focus.

Combining the expertise of academics with 24 reading teachers through co-authored chapters, the book offers a rich tapestry of insights and practical applications. It includes captivating case studies showcasing how practitioners have leveraged research to inform and enhance their teaching practices. These case studies showcase real-world examples of how educators have successfully implemented strategies that foster positive reader identities, promote engagement, and instill a love for reading in their students.

Furthermore, the book features engaging 'in conversation' dialogues between educators, shedding light on classroom practices that cultivate positive reader identities. These dialogues provide valuable insights into the experiences and perspectives of fellow educators, fostering a collaborative learning environment where best practices are shared and celebrated.

In addition, the editors offer personal reflections on their reading habits, practices, and histories, providing a relatable and relatable perspective. They candidly share their journey as readers and the lessons they have learned along the way, offering valuable insights for educators seeking to develop their own reading habits and practices.

To enhance the reading experience, the book also includes a comprehensive list of recommended reading materials and suggestions for engaging children's books. These resources are carefully curated to support educators in their quest to create captivating reading experiences that inspire and motivate young learners.

Reading Teachers: Nurturing Reading for Pleasure is a must-read for all primary teachers, head teachers, literacy coordinators, and trainee teachers. It equips practitioners with the knowledge, skills, and inspiration to develop principled practice, enabling all children to discover the joy and purpose of reading. By embracing the principles outlined in this book, educators can create a nurturing environment that fosters a lifelong love for reading and sets the foundation for academic and personal success.

Weight: 430g
Dimension: 174 x 244 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032105024