Why Have a Book Club?
It's fun!
Encourages critical thinking.
Develops discussion skills.
Promotes respect for others' opinions.
Exposes members to broader reading experiences.
Stimulates interest in reading, especially over the summer.
Encourages higher academic achievement.
Provides an opportunity to meet new kids and make new friends.
Provides a group experience for the non-sports kid.
Promotes several crucial developmental assets of children, including reading for pleasure, developing a life-long commitment to learning, and establishing relationships with nonparental adults.
Updated July, 2008
M. Severson, G. Cramer, J. Kreuser
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