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casperea's review
5.0
This is the perfect read if you are looking for a succinct yet comprehensive book on how to foster the love of reading in students.
Growing up, I was the kid who always had a book in my bag on the off chance that I could sneak in some “fun reading”. I loved school and learning, but would get antsy to read a book of my choosing. However, I soon learned that little to no time was allotted to free, independent reading outside of the curriculum.
Sadly, having worked in the educational field, I know all too well that teachers are forced to focus on teaching to and meeting standards. This is one of, if not the biggest pit fall we have in our education system. As a result, reading for the purpose of pleasure has taken a massive hit. It is usually the first thing to go from the daily agenda at school and allocated to the home for homework.
Teri Lesesne and Donalyn Miller’s The Joy of Reading is a masterpiece that should be required reading for all adults who work with students. It calls into question why we continue to perpetuate outdated practices and white, male authors that no longer represent all of our experiences. It highlights our need to diversify the authors we promote, ways in which we allow students to communicate their learning, and how to encourage peer to peer recommendations.
Special thanks to NetGalley.com and Heinermann Publishing for allowing me to read this book in exchange for my honest feedback. I will be recommending this book to everyone I know in the educational field and buying a copy of my own!
Growing up, I was the kid who always had a book in my bag on the off chance that I could sneak in some “fun reading”. I loved school and learning, but would get antsy to read a book of my choosing. However, I soon learned that little to no time was allotted to free, independent reading outside of the curriculum.
Sadly, having worked in the educational field, I know all too well that teachers are forced to focus on teaching to and meeting standards. This is one of, if not the biggest pit fall we have in our education system. As a result, reading for the purpose of pleasure has taken a massive hit. It is usually the first thing to go from the daily agenda at school and allocated to the home for homework.
Teri Lesesne and Donalyn Miller’s The Joy of Reading is a masterpiece that should be required reading for all adults who work with students. It calls into question why we continue to perpetuate outdated practices and white, male authors that no longer represent all of our experiences. It highlights our need to diversify the authors we promote, ways in which we allow students to communicate their learning, and how to encourage peer to peer recommendations.
Special thanks to NetGalley.com and Heinermann Publishing for allowing me to read this book in exchange for my honest feedback. I will be recommending this book to everyone I know in the educational field and buying a copy of my own!
creativelykar's review
4.0
I am an elementary school teacher, and I loved this book! This was a no-frills read about bringing the love of reading back to children. "Here's the truth: It is possible to teach children how to read well without killing their love for reading in the process." This text outlines how teachers, librarians, administrators, and families can create the conditions for joyful reading. Thank you so much to Heinemann and NetGally for the advanced copy.
krismarley's review
5.0
I appreciate Donalyn’s fierce advocacy for school and public libraries. Thank you! ❤️
I always wince a tiny bit when authors suggest school librarians open their doors during summer months. I get it, I really do. Book access is crucial. But it’s time we rethink the one-size-fits-all teacher contract for non-classroom and collaborative roles. If we want school librarians to be available for students and families before school, during lunch, after school, and on breaks, we need to compensate them … or at least think differently about contract hours. Split shift? Four day work week with longer days? Flexibility in naming the 180-184 days? Or better yet, do as Alan November suggests. Hire two librarians per building with overlapping hours.
I always wince a tiny bit when authors suggest school librarians open their doors during summer months. I get it, I really do. Book access is crucial. But it’s time we rethink the one-size-fits-all teacher contract for non-classroom and collaborative roles. If we want school librarians to be available for students and families before school, during lunch, after school, and on breaks, we need to compensate them … or at least think differently about contract hours. Split shift? Four day work week with longer days? Flexibility in naming the 180-184 days? Or better yet, do as Alan November suggests. Hire two librarians per building with overlapping hours.
jshettel's review
4.0
A lovely collaboration from two champions for books and reading. And while I agree with everything in this book, it unfortunately came out at a time when book challenges and parent objections to open choices in classroom libraries is on the rise. Actual laws are forcing teachers to have every book in their classroom library approved and making it harder than ever to get those just-right books into the hands of readers.
nickikendall's review
informative
inspiring
reflective
relaxing
5.0
Thanks to #netgalley for the ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review. Disclaimer: I am always drawn to books about reading/bookish people or bookish loving looking books, this was one of those books I was drawn to just by the cover and the title, I didn't even read what it was about I just dove straight into it. This book was meant to be a guide teachers, librarians, school administrators, and caregivers who love reading, to help them find a way to encourage a love of reading in children.
From the book's blurb
"Now consider: When talking with children about their reading lives at school, are you likely to hear about this transformative reading joy? Or are you more likely to hear about reading logs, book reports, and standardized tests? For too many young readers, reading is joyless. It is something that is required of them, but not something that they choose to do.
From the book's blurb
"Now consider: When talking with children about their reading lives at school, are you likely to hear about this transformative reading joy? Or are you more likely to hear about reading logs, book reports, and standardized tests? For too many young readers, reading is joyless. It is something that is required of them, but not something that they choose to do.
Here's the truth: It is possible to teach children how to read well without killing their love for reading in the process."
When I was reading this book I found it to also serve as a reminder as to why those of us who already have a love of and find joy in reading, love books so much. It was such an interesting read and sent me on my own trips down memory lane of some of the books I have read through different stages of my life and how they have impacted and shaped me into the reader I am today. This book could even serve as a great starting point for adults who aren't particularly fond of reading to encourage them to also try reading for joy. As a schoolgirl one of my greatest joys was when the Scholastic Bus would arrive at my school and I could collect the books I had saved up my pocket money to buy. Reading this delightful and informative book was a great reaffirming read of why I have and always will continue to find such joy, comfort and calm when reading. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ #thejoyofreading #donalynmiller #teri s lesense #netgalley #tea_sipping_bookworm #goodreads #litsy #thestorygraph #bookqueen #bookstagram #amazonkindle #amazonaustralia
When I was reading this book I found it to also serve as a reminder as to why those of us who already have a love of and find joy in reading, love books so much. It was such an interesting read and sent me on my own trips down memory lane of some of the books I have read through different stages of my life and how they have impacted and shaped me into the reader I am today. This book could even serve as a great starting point for adults who aren't particularly fond of reading to encourage them to also try reading for joy. As a schoolgirl one of my greatest joys was when the Scholastic Bus would arrive at my school and I could collect the books I had saved up my pocket money to buy. Reading this delightful and informative book was a great reaffirming read of why I have and always will continue to find such joy, comfort and calm when reading. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ #thejoyofreading #donalynmiller #teri s lesense #netgalley #tea_sipping_bookworm #goodreads #litsy #thestorygraph #bookqueen #bookstagram #amazonkindle #amazonaustralia
jbrooxd's review
5.0
[I received a free electronic review copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.]
5 stars = Outstanding!
It was no surprise how excellent this book is. I have come to expect this sort of quality from anything produced by Donalyn Miller. The book focuses around the central idea that reading should be an enjoyable experience, so avoiding things that kill the joy and fostering the things that help it grow.
Great blend of stories and real kid quotes alongside research, practical examples, and advice for education professionals. Looking forward to sharing this with every teacher I know.
5 stars = Outstanding!
It was no surprise how excellent this book is. I have come to expect this sort of quality from anything produced by Donalyn Miller. The book focuses around the central idea that reading should be an enjoyable experience, so avoiding things that kill the joy and fostering the things that help it grow.
Great blend of stories and real kid quotes alongside research, practical examples, and advice for education professionals. Looking forward to sharing this with every teacher I know.
ipushbooks's review against another edition
hopeful
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
5.0
Inspiring, as always. And affirms that I have dedicated my life to a glorious purpose ;)