Diane was recently in Hong Kong working with Bring Me A Book, the
leading advocate for family literacy in Hong Kong. Here is an excerpt
from an article in the South China Morning Press “Diane Frankenstein, a
child literacy expert, guides parents and teachers in the art of
conversational reading as an excellent way to stay engaged in the lives
of older children. Talking about books helps kids convey feelings,
develop empathy and continue to converse in a way that is not so
personal, but gets to personal topics. Far from a passive, solitary
activity, reading can be active, social and collaborative, particularly
when a carefully constructed discussion ensues.
She advises: “Read a
story. Ask a question. Start a conversation read more
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