Book description
The classic million-copy bestselling handbook on reading aloud to children--revised and updated for a new generation of readers
Recommended by "Dear Abby" upon its first publication in 1982, millions of parents and educators have turned to Jim Trelease's beloved classic for more than three decades to help countless children become…
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1 author picked Jim Trelease's Read-Aloud Handbook as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
This is a crucial and important book for parents to read and put into practice. If you want your child to be a strong reader and successful student instead of addicted to screens and video games, this is the book for you. Help children become avid readers through awakening their imaginations and improving their language skills. Terrific new research and delightful anecdotes are included. A must-read for every parent and teacher!
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