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How Can I Engage Middle School Students with Reading and Writing?
Reading Time: 2 minutesMiddle school is a pivotal season for literacy. Data from the 2024 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) indicates that only 31% of eighth graders performed at or above the proficient level in reading, a metric that has seen little growth in recent years. Even the Scholastic Kids and Family Reading Report highlights…
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How Can I Ensure My Classroom Library Reflects the Diversity of My Students?
Reading Time: 2 minutesCreating a classroom collection of books that reflects your students is a necessity. Research by Dr. Rudine Sims Bishop shows that when students see their identities mirrored in literature, their engagement and reading comprehension improve significantly. A diverse library ensures that every child feels seen while gaining a perspective into the lives of…
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Behind the Scenes: How We Build an Engaging Virtual Author Visit
Reading Time: 5 minutesBookBreak may look effortless, but there is a lot going on behind the scenes of every virtual author visit. Our hosts make each session feel like a natural conversation, and students often experience it as a simple, engaging exchange with an author. However, that ease comes from thoughtful planning, intentional design, and a…
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How Can I Support Reading Engagement for High Schoolers?
Reading Time: 2 minutesHigh school marks a critical juncture where academic demands intensify while recreational reading often declines. Research indicates that students who engage in regular reading are significantly more likely to graduate on time. The ALA highlights that robust school library programs do more than house books; they are proven engines for academic success. Research…
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How Do I Find Books For a Student Who Says They Hate Reading?
Reading Time: 2 minutesStudent engagement in literacy is a critical predictor of long-term academic success. Research indicates that reading for pleasure correlates strongly with cognitive development. However, the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) reports that only 14% of students read for fun daily, a metric that has declined by 13% since 2012. The Scholastic Kids…
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What Helps High School Students Fall in Love with Reading?
Reading Time: 2 minutesReigniting a passion for literacy in high school students requires moving beyond basic decoding toward sustained engagement with complex texts. This shift is more urgent than ever: NAEP’s 2024 Grade 12 Reading results show a significant decline in performance, with only 35% of seniors reaching reading levels associated with college readiness. When students…
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- How Can I Engage Middle School Students with Reading and Writing?Reading Time: 2 minutesMiddle school is a pivotal season for literacy. Data from the 2024 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) indicates that only 31% of eighth graders performed at or above the proficient level in reading, a metric that has seen little growth in recent years. Even the Scholastic Kids and Family Reading Report highlights a sharp…
- How Can I Ensure My Classroom Library Reflects the Diversity of My Students?Reading Time: 2 minutesCreating a classroom collection of books that reflects your students is a necessity. Research by Dr. Rudine Sims Bishop shows that when students see their identities mirrored in literature, their engagement and reading comprehension improve significantly. A diverse library ensures that every child feels seen while gaining a perspective into the lives of others. Key…
- Behind the Scenes: How We Build an Engaging Virtual Author VisitReading Time: 5 minutesBookBreak may look effortless, but there is a lot going on behind the scenes of every virtual author visit. Our hosts make each session feel like a natural conversation, and students often experience it as a simple, engaging exchange with an author. However, that ease comes from thoughtful planning, intentional design, and a deep commitment…
- How Can I Support Reading Engagement for High Schoolers?Reading Time: 2 minutesHigh school marks a critical juncture where academic demands intensify while recreational reading often declines. Research indicates that students who engage in regular reading are significantly more likely to graduate on time. The ALA highlights that robust school library programs do more than house books; they are proven engines for academic success. Research shows students…
- How Do I Find Books For a Student Who Says They Hate Reading?Reading Time: 2 minutesStudent engagement in literacy is a critical predictor of long-term academic success. Research indicates that reading for pleasure correlates strongly with cognitive development. However, the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) reports that only 14% of students read for fun daily, a metric that has declined by 13% since 2012. The Scholastic Kids & Family…
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