The Reading Environment: How Adults Help Children Enjoy Books
No. of pages 96
Published: 1996
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"The Reading Environment: How Adults Help Children Enjoy Books" by Aidan Chambers explores the vital role adults play in cultivating a love for reading in children. The book delves into the physical and emotional spaces that encourage reading, emphasizing the importance of sharing books, fostering discussions, and creating a supportive atmosphere. Chambers shares practical strategies for adults—parents, teachers, and caregivers—to engage children with literature, highlighting how positive reading experiences can shape a child's development and lifelong appreciation for books. Through insightful observations and examples, he underscores the transformative power of reading in a child's life. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
There are 96 pages in this book. This book was published in 1996 by Stenhouse Publishers .
Aidan Chambers won the Carngie Medal for Postcards from No Man's Land and the prestigious Hans Christian Andersen Award for the body of his work - the highest international recognition given to creators of children's books. He is a fellow of the Royal Society of Literature.