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Instead of being a positive voice on reading, the author used the book as a soap box to bash conservatives. The reading list at the end of the book had good suggestions but, to get there, you had to read through all the political bashing by the author. Not what I expected. I guess he thinks Christians and Republicans don't read to their kids. So NOT true. The author was arrogant, insulting and rude. I'd reather read "Honey for a Child's Heart."
I have enjoyed very much reading aloud with a student who needs practice at actually saying the words that are in print rather than substituted words. The stories have been wonderful to share.
My desire to spend time reading with my kids has increased and we are now going to the library on regular basis and reading each day. This book is amazing and very interesting. I realize that it is the bonding time that is more important than what we are actually reading. This is coming from a mom that was a good reader, but never really loved doing it. It offers such good suggestions on how and why to read to your kids. Thanks Jim for reminding me what is important. Buy two, one for yourself and one for your child's teacher as a gift.
The second half lists books that children love, giving you a tool for book selection. This is a wonderful and important resource for parents. The first half of the book stresses the life-long benefit (and joy) of reading to your children in contrast to the harm of too little reading and too much/too early TV. The result is children who love to read and are therefore naturally good readers, spellers, writers, and students. I always give this book to first time parents along with an appropriate baby book.
He also shares lists of books that he suggests for children of all ages and both sexes. He shares charts, studies, graphs about how much reading improves tests scores, school grades and parent bonding.
The older versions are still useful because they list books that were great books and it seems to me they list more books than this one does. I have an older version of this book and I have this 6th version of this book.
Trelease does a good job of sharing the latest information about reading. However, regardless of how many books each version lists- this is an excellent reference and a great resource for parenting.
Mr. His information is easily checked if you are the type to do so.
The information he shares is very helpful and important for parents and teachers everywhere.
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