Engaged Reading

Edited by two of the most distinguished figures in the field of reading, this volume is a thoughtful synthesis of current research conducted at the National Reading Research Center (NRRC). Blending investigations on the motivational, social, and cognitive needs of young learners, Engaged Reading presents a new perspective on reading development. Whether you work with students of mainstream or diverse backgrounds, in inner-city or affluent suburban schools, the concept of engaged reading is crucial to the current debate concerning reading instruction. This authoritative book covers



qualities and practices of engaged readers
practices for elementary, middle, and high school classrooms
the influence of family literacy beliefs and interactions
the range of methodologies used by literacy researchers, and
policy implications of the engagement perspective.