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Writing to find meaning Mary Amato explains how writing is a way of finding meaning in the ordinary things of life.
Choice, empowerment, respect Miller strongly believes that kids should be able to make choices when it comes to reading.
Mary Amato discusses two of her novels written as collaborative journals Mary Amato introduces the concept of a collaborative journal.
From comic book to graphic novels Graphic novels open the possibility of accessing books to children who don’t see themselves as readers in the traditional sense.
The habits of lifelong readers Access to books at home, setting aside reading time, being a reading role model for children, and book choice are proven ways to encourage lifelong reading.
We're all on the same highway Miller believes that every student is a “striving reader” and has the ability to become successful with determination and support.
Two strategies for reluctant writers Mary Amato offers two suggestions to make writing fun or meaningful for reluctant writers.
Does quality matter? Books that children enjoy reading—however high or low they may be on the ladder of literary excellence—can be viewed as gateways to literacy.
