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You got feedback on your writing. Now what?
Good writing creates a complete little world on the page. Whether it’s a story, a poem, or an essay, … Read the rest!
Revision = seeing again
Category: Reading
Are your books bumming you out?
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Recently I read a Young Adult novel that one of my students recommended. There were many good aspects of the story, but one thing bothered … Read the rest!
Why are authors so MEAN to their characters?
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One of the things that my book club students often notice in children’s books is the Dead or Missing Parent Syndrome. In one … Read the rest!
Old books=modern time travel!
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A lot of kids say they “don’t like” old books—otherwise known as “classic literature.” I’m not surprised to hear this: old books can be quite different from … Read the rest!
What is a gifted learner?
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If you think it’s confusing that some kids you know have been called “gifted,” you’re not alone. Most adults are confused, too! I think the reason people are confused is … Read the rest!
There are no spoilers
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You’ve probably heard people say it: “Don’t tell me what happens—I don’t want any spoilers!”
However, I’m here to tell you that if a book or movie … Read the rest!
What do stories mean to YOU?
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When you study literature in a traditional class, you’ll learn to look for a book’s theme. Theme is what a book means, but it’s pretty … Read the rest!
What does “3 stars” mean?
These days every time you look at information about a film or book, you’ll be faced with the ubiquitous star rating system. And you will probably notice that most films and books don’t achieve 5 stars—even the books and films that you love.
What’s up with this?
Remember that rating systems are aggregations of user reviews and professional reviews. In other words, ratings are averages. And as we all know, averages … Read the rest!
Why you should always read the book before watching the movie
You’ve probably heard this advice before. But do you understand it? As a teacher of literature, I find this a very important subject!
What happens when you read
When you read text on a page or on a screen, your brain translates the marks into words. If you’re reading English, your brain translates familiar words directly into their meaning in your head. If it’s an unfamiliar word, or if you’re a slower … Read the rest!