Read-Alouds
How can reading a book to a child be so effective in helping them become better readers? According to Jim Trelease (author of the Read-Aloud Handbook), we read to kids to entertain them, teach them, and to inspire them. Research says that in reading aloud to kids, we:
- condition the brain to associate reading with pleasure;
- create background knowledge
- build vocabulary
- provide a reading role model
It’s good for kids. It’s fun and good for adults, too! If we want kids to be lifelong readers, we must spark a fire in them and show them that books can open up a whole new world for them!
Check out the 40 Days of Summer Read Alouds by Dr. Vu! CLICK HERE
Book Talk Adventures
Book talks are a fun way to introduce a new book to kids. Video Book Talk Adventures are an awesome way to introduce a new book and new ideas to kids. In addition to building background knowledge, these videos encourage kids to pick up a book and read! CLICK HERE
OTHER VIDEOS
Check out Good Day Sacramento stories on reading at the Ranch!
CLICK HERE TO SEE DR. VU TALK ABOUT THE 40 DAYS OF SUMMER READ ALOUDS!
CLICK HERE TO SEE THE DR. SEUSS READING LOUNGE ON GOOD DAY SACRAMENTO!
CLICK HERE TO SEE DR. VU’S PROMOTION SPEECH TO HIS FORMER STUDENTS!
