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Maria Salvadore
Page by Page
Maria Salvadore

Every week is National Young Readers Week

Today concludes the official celebration of National Young Readers Week. But if the goals of the founders — Pizza Hut and the Library of Congress Center for the Book — are realized, then children will become lifelong readers, making every week one for readers of all ages. (Learn more about National Young Readers Week .)

Often teachers and parents intrigue and inspire young readers by offering rich, diverse, and engaging books for children to read independently or with an adult. Add to that a mix of interesting tidbits that give insight and information about the books and those who create them. Then who knows what may be read next?

Longtime critic, publisher, and children’s book enthusiast, Anita Silvey, is offering just such a stimulating combination with her Children’s Book-a-Day Almanac. It’s fun and fresh — and even those of us who read a lot of children’s books will find something new.

These just may be the first step in making each day and every week contribute to creating lifelong readers.

About the Author

Maria Salvadore is Reading Rockets’ consultant for children’s literature and literacy. Maria curates our themed booklists and writes the blog, Page by Page, which explores the best ways to use kids’ books both inside and outside of the classroom. She leads parent workshops for Ready To Learn (RTL) at WETA Public Broadcasting in Washington, D.C. She has also taught children’s literature at the University of Maryland, reviewed books for School Library Journal, and has served on various book award committees, including the Boston Globe/Horn Book Awards, Golden Kite, and the Caldecott Committee.

Publication Date
November 12, 2010

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