Igniting a Passion for Reading

Igniting a Passion for Reading: Successful Strategies for Building Lifetime Readers by Steven L. Layne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is such a great book for teachers and librarians! I'm so glad I bought it at our book fair last year and finally took the time to read it. It has definitely gotten me fired up to start a new school year. Layne's knowledge and advice for turning kids on to good books and reading is presented in a practical and accessible way. His message is a breath of fresh air.

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Laugh with the Moon

Laugh with the Moon by Shana Burg
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Laugh with the Moon is a memorable story with a great message. I think kids will respond well to learning about life in Malawi. The main character Clare is often shocked by how different life is there compared to how she lived in the US. Her voice is authentic in regard to her new home, the people she meets, and her relationship with her father. Author Shana Burg achieved her purpose - taking children to Africa with her compelling story.

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