Read Much? It’s easy to get discouraged when talking to high school students about reading. I’ve asked the question “What do you like to read?” countless times in my quest to pair teens with books that will engage them. Some...
Read MoreEvery year I collaborate with the 11th-grade English teachers on a nonfiction independent reading project. The goal is to increase student agency and create excitement about literature. While many juniors initially express an...
Read MoreThis year I was thrilled to be back in person for our yearly 11th-grade Speed Dating with Books event. Though last year’s digital version was successful, it could not compare to the energy of a live activity. Amid the...
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