| Description |
135 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm |
| Contents |
Introduction: Into the Circle of Print -- A. Understanding the Literacy Lives of Boys -- 1. Reading is what girls do: Understanding boys as readers and writers -- 2. My father only reads the newspaper: Providing literacy models for boys -- 3. I would rather watch television: Constructing a reader -- 4. We never get to choose the books in school: Giving boys choice and ownership in their reading -- 5. This computer is running out of memory!: Acknowledging the impact of computer technology on boys' literacy -- B. Helping Boys Become Print Powerful -- 6. I will never learn to read: Providing support for boys who are at risk in literacy -- 7. This book is too hard!: Letting boys in on the secrets of proficient readers -- 8. I don't know what this story is about: Helping boys to deepen and extend comprehension -- 9. All we do in school is read and write: Creating a viable literacy structure for boys -- C. Assisting Boys in Becoming Writers -- 10. I don't know what to write about: Helping boys to develop writing topics that matter -- 11. Guess what happened to me?: Helping boys to share and shape stories from their lives -- 12. Can I be in the play?: Drama as a source for reading and writing -- 13. Do poems always have to rhyme?: Revealing and understanding emotions through poetry -- 14. Does spelling count?: Helping boys in building word muscles -- D. Structuring Literacy Events for Boys -- 15. Can you show me how to do it?: Modeling and demonstrating literacy strategies -- 16. How can I find out?: Recognizing inquiry as a central motivation for reading and writing -- 17. How am I doing? What do I do next?: Demystifying assessment and evaluation processes -- E. Building a Literacy Community -- 18. My mother wants you to phone her: Connecting the home, the school and the community -- 19. I don't like any of these books: Building literacy and literature resources for boys. Boys and Books: No Leftovers |
| Summary |
"The role of gender in reading success is complex. This book faces the issues head-on, uncovering many of the assumptions and stereotypes parents and educators have about boys and how they handle the world of print text. Boys and men were interviewed specifically for the book, and their voices, as well as those of children's authors and educators, reveal their literacy challenges, struggles, tastes, and values. Compelling reading, these "real" voices provide valuable insights into how we can support boys in their journey towards becoming successful readers and writers."--BOOK JACKET |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Boys -- Books and reading.
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Boys -- Education.
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| ISBN |
1551381478 paperback |
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1551381478 paperback |
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