Few would disagree that reading is a foundational skill, if not the most fundamental. Research reminds us that solid reading skills pave the path to academic success and prop open career doors. As for the mind-expanding pleasure a good book can offer—no proof is needed.
Faced with reports that teenagers are reading less and reading scores are lagging, we asked a simple question: What does reading well look like? To answer it, we explored motivation, comprehension and the physical act of reading.
The articles in this collection examine common challenges, identify classroom trends and offer practical suggestions. We hope you’ll find some actionable advice—and perhaps a bit of inspiration.
