E-grāmata: Better Book Clubs: Deepening Comprehension and Elevating Conversation

Children need and deserve time to be in community with one another to talk about books in ways that grows their comprehension and increases their love of reading. And teachers need and deserve this excellent book by Sara Kugler for the tips, tools, and strategies to help us lead these book clubs well."" - Jennifer Serravallo, author of The Writing Strategies Book and The Reading Strategies Book

""I dare you to read just the first three pages of Better Book Clubs and not fall in love with it. In the very first sentence, Sara Kugler introduces us to the idea of book clubs as a practice of liberation' and a path to growing powerful readers both inside and outside the classroom. And with every subsequent turn of the page, Sara draws us a roadmap to a book club practice that is both accessible and aspirational. This book is full of the kinds of tips, lessons and tools that will help teachers move from big ideas to action, and I can't wait to see the tremendous impact it will make in classrooms!"" - Kassia Omohundro Wedekind, co-author of Hands Down, Speak Out, and author of Math Exchanges

""The introduction of Better Book Clubs makes the case that book clubs are for all kids. If you still need some convincing, flip to the last chapter and listen to the growth Sara Kugler's students made from February to May. These are the conversations our kids deserve, and these are the opportunities we dream of facilitating as teachers. No need to wait. Sara knew we needed this book, so she decided to sit down next to us and coach us along the way."" - Kathleen Fay, author of Powerful Book Introductions and Becoming One Community

""In Better Book Clubs, Sara has made the aspirational (I'd love to do book clubs) practical (I can do book clubs). Research, classroom stories, and practical strategies blend with Sara's passion to make not only a helpful professional text but an enjoyable one. A must-read for anyone interested in facilitating rich dynamic thinking and talking around books."" - Kristi Mraz, coauthor of Kids Frist from Day One and Mindset for Learning

""We all know the autonomy, engagement, and relationships built during book clubs are critical for students. We also know how difficult teaching these days can be and how much needs to get done right now. There are valid reasons to view book clubs as something extra that can be put off until we accomplish the important things. In her book, Sara makes a compelling case for why and how book clubs are important. She not only explains what fundamental literacy skills and habits are developed through book clubs, but also takes us step-by-step through ways to help make them happen well. Warm, practical, and very realistic, this is a great book for both veterans and novice book club teachers."" - M. Colleen Cruz, author of Risk. Fail. Rise.: A Teacher's Guide to Learning from Mistakes and the Writers Read Better Series