Developing Study Skills in Middle Grade Reading: Thesis

by John Patrick Fleming

Master silent reading for stronger study skills and faster progress This guide explores how silent reading, not just oral practice, supports learning across middle grade subjects.

It explains why understanding what you read matters most and how focused practice can raise both comprehension and reading speed.



Grounded in early research and classroom observations, the book highlights practical methods to teach reading for information, enjoyment, and appreciation. It shows how goal-directed reading can improve performance in math, science, and other subjects by building habits that transfer beyond the page.

Understand how silent reading affects learning and why it matters for academic success Learn how to tailor instruction to reading goals like locating details or grasping main ideas Discover how regular, specific drill can improve reading rate and comprehension See examples of activities that train eye movement and information extraction Ideal for educators and students seeking practical ways to boost study skills through targeted reading practice.

127 pages, Paperback

Published January 20, 2024

About the author

JOHN FLEMING is Chair of the Department of Theater and Dance at Texas State University, where he served as producer for Romulus Linney's adaptation of Going After Cacciato. In addition to teaching theatre history, Fleming is also a playwright, including the award-winning plays Transposing Shakespeare and The Two Lives of Napoleon Beazley.