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2012 Summer Conference

Learn about effective new programs and practices and join with colleagues in advancing a positive agenda for the future. July 1-3, St. Louis, Mo.

 

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Building Student Literacy Through Sustained Silent ReadingASCD Talks with Author Steve Gardiner

Building Student Literacy Through Sustained Silent Reading

(October 2005 Book)

 

Steve Gardiner

 

Synopsis

This book offers a powerful strategy for teachers who want to improve their students' reading ability: Let students choose what they read and give them time to read it. Author Steve Gardiner demonstrates convincingly that giving students 15 minutes of uninterrupted reading time each day can help them achieve greater success in school and develop lifelong reading habits. This simple and inexpensive program also gives students a valuable gift: the joy of reading.

This interview was conducted by Director of ASCD Book Acquisitions & Development Scott Willis.