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Tips for Engaging Reluctant Readers

November 10, 2018November 10, 2018by childrenslitlove1 Comment on Tips for Engaging Reluctant Readers
Tips for Engaging Reluctant Readers

Do you need tips for engaging reluctant readers or listeners? I asked my favorite, most respected early childhood and early elementary teachers for their suggestions, and they nailed it! Below are ideas from us about engaging young children with books.

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