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Hacking Literacy: 5 Ways To Turn Any Classroom Into a Culture of Readers
What if every single student loved to read? Isn't it likely that curiosity, creativity, and achievement would skyrocket?
It's time to build a culture of readers at your schoolIn Hacking Literacy, classroom teacher, author, and reading consultant Gerard Dawson reveals 5 simple ways any educator or parent can turn even the most reluctant reader into a thriving, enthusiastic lover of books. Dawson cuts through outdated pedagogy and standardization, turning reading theory to practice, sharing powerful reading strategies, and providing what Hack Learning Series readers have come to expect--actionable, do-it-tomorrow strategies that can be built into long-term solutions.
Ignite lifelong readers todayThe struggle to get students to read has ended. With a little commitment from teachers, parents, and school leaders, all of your students will read every single day! It all happens when you implement Gerard Dawson's powerful system, clearly outlined in this
Focus on the ReaderAdapt Reading Culture to Fit CurriculumDevelop a Classroom LibraryImplement Assessments that Build CommunitySpotlight Reading in Your School.What separates Hacking Literacy from other reading books?Dawson provides step-by-step implementation strategies for putting books in kids' hands without breaking the bank and for sparking a genuine love of reading in even the most reluctant readers. This experienced, thoughtful, pragmatic classroom teacher shares amazing, real anecdotes that make you feel like you are a guest at a school filled with avid readers. Along the way, Dawson shares practical solutions that you and all stakeholders will love, using the popular Hack Learning formula:
The Problem (a single leadership issue that needs a Hacker's mentality)The Hack (a surprisingly easy solution that you've likely never considered)What You Can Do Tomorrow (no waiting necessary; you can lead from the middle immediately)Blueprint for Full Implementation (a step-by-step action plan for capacity building)The Hack in Action (yes, people have actually done this)Are you ready for your own culture of readers? Scroll up and grab your copy of Hacking Literacy now.
It's time to build a culture of readers at your schoolIn Hacking Literacy, classroom teacher, author, and reading consultant Gerard Dawson reveals 5 simple ways any educator or parent can turn even the most reluctant reader into a thriving, enthusiastic lover of books. Dawson cuts through outdated pedagogy and standardization, turning reading theory to practice, sharing powerful reading strategies, and providing what Hack Learning Series readers have come to expect--actionable, do-it-tomorrow strategies that can be built into long-term solutions.
Ignite lifelong readers todayThe struggle to get students to read has ended. With a little commitment from teachers, parents, and school leaders, all of your students will read every single day! It all happens when you implement Gerard Dawson's powerful system, clearly outlined in this
Focus on the ReaderAdapt Reading Culture to Fit CurriculumDevelop a Classroom LibraryImplement Assessments that Build CommunitySpotlight Reading in Your School.What separates Hacking Literacy from other reading books?Dawson provides step-by-step implementation strategies for putting books in kids' hands without breaking the bank and for sparking a genuine love of reading in even the most reluctant readers. This experienced, thoughtful, pragmatic classroom teacher shares amazing, real anecdotes that make you feel like you are a guest at a school filled with avid readers. Along the way, Dawson shares practical solutions that you and all stakeholders will love, using the popular Hack Learning formula:
The Problem (a single leadership issue that needs a Hacker's mentality)The Hack (a surprisingly easy solution that you've likely never considered)What You Can Do Tomorrow (no waiting necessary; you can lead from the middle immediately)Blueprint for Full Implementation (a step-by-step action plan for capacity building)The Hack in Action (yes, people have actually done this)Are you ready for your own culture of readers? Scroll up and grab your copy of Hacking Literacy now.
110 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 30, 2016
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April 27, 2019
Great practical steps on how to turn a classroom (and then your building) into a Culture of Readers.
I love the “pushback” section of each chapter that gives you a rebuttal to some of the major arguments against the ideas in the chapter. I also like the section “Hack in Action” where teachers and librarians share specifically what they have done in their own situations to support the ideas in this book.
Start small, focus on the readers, make both student and staff reading visible, and make assessment authentic. These are just some of the bigger ideas within the book, but there are multiple examples of how to achieve each one of these.
I love the “pushback” section of each chapter that gives you a rebuttal to some of the major arguments against the ideas in the chapter. I also like the section “Hack in Action” where teachers and librarians share specifically what they have done in their own situations to support the ideas in this book.
Start small, focus on the readers, make both student and staff reading visible, and make assessment authentic. These are just some of the bigger ideas within the book, but there are multiple examples of how to achieve each one of these.
June 28, 2022
I found this extremely easy to read. It's short, sweet, and a good introduction to ideas that teachers (or, as in my case) aspiring teachers can see themselves being able to introduce in their own classrooms. This was by no means an in-depth blueprint or exhaustive collection of ideas on how to make reading a part of students' lives, but it never claimed to be. This was a good glimpse into what can be done and how the ideas/hacks can be implemented. The language was simple and flowed well, and the book itself was super short so it didn't feel like a chore to get through.
December 30, 2017
I was looking for a book to refresh and rekindle the powerful essence of readers workshop. Hack Literacy provides great reminders and fresh ideas to promote reading and celebrate student choice. With a huge push towards teaching standards this is a refreshing way to keep the importance of independent reading to truly create readers for life!
October 21, 2018
Great starting point
If you are looking to build a culture of reading in your classroom, this is a wonderful starting point. Simple hacks with practical advice.
If you are looking to build a culture of reading in your classroom, this is a wonderful starting point. Simple hacks with practical advice.
April 4, 2019
Fast read with easily applied activities to build a community of readers!
July 11, 2020
Probably the least interesting book in the series. I would definitely recommend this for a new teacher, but it has little that an experienced teacher wouldn't already know.
July 26, 2021
Excellent, quick read for teachers of English. Really enjoyed this, and walked away with some great ideas and tips!
August 20, 2016
This book, along with The Book Whisperer by Donalyn Miller (it was referenced in Hacking Literacy) should be on every teachers "To Read" list. It gets to the heart of how we can increase student success and achievement through reading.
October 16, 2016
Great book!
While some of the hacks are expected, there is still more than enough freshness to there ideas top make this shine. I love the way he provides solutions to a lot of common roadblocks / complaints as well.
While some of the hacks are expected, there is still more than enough freshness to there ideas top make this shine. I love the way he provides solutions to a lot of common roadblocks / complaints as well.
November 23, 2016
Quick, Easy Ideas
I loved many of the recommendations to get kids really reading. I've been thinking about getting my students to write reviews on Goodreads, or Amazon and this book gave me the nudge I needed.
I loved many of the recommendations to get kids really reading. I've been thinking about getting my students to write reviews on Goodreads, or Amazon and this book gave me the nudge I needed.
March 5, 2017
Great, easy tips for anyone to implement and improve their reading culture in their class.
October 2, 2016
Great ideas
This book is filled with great ready to use ideas! I especially liked the Big Ideas Notebooks which I would want to try as digital parts of a Google classroom!!
This book is filled with great ready to use ideas! I especially liked the Big Ideas Notebooks which I would want to try as digital parts of a Google classroom!!
October 29, 2016
Worth the read
Though geared toward middle and high school students, good ideas that can be adapted to all grade levels. Immediate implementation ideas and possible roadblocks.
Though geared toward middle and high school students, good ideas that can be adapted to all grade levels. Immediate implementation ideas and possible roadblocks.
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