Summer 2017 Parent Book

By Anonymous -
Announcing our Summer 2017 Parent Book:

Unselfie: Why Empathetic Kids Succeed in
Our All-about-me World
by Michele Borba

Now available in paperback and as an audiobook, Unselfie is definitely a thought-provoking read for our entire community! The author uses both home and school examples, which helps support the practical aspects of the book.

One chapter, for example, deals with cultivating moral imagination and describes the essential role of reading in developing empathy.

Did you know that....?

1. Today's children are reading less than previous generations.

2. As digital entertainment choices increase, children's literary habits shrink.

3. Reading literary fiction --even for short periods--nurtures empathy and perspective-taking ability.

4. Children who read exclusively on digital screen are three times less likely to say they enjoy reading, a third less likely to have a favorite book, and far less likely to become strong readers.

5. Part of the secret in helping children step into the shoes of a character with literature is offering material that matches their interests as well as reading abilities.

Stay tuned for our Parent Book Club meetings in September, and happy summer reading to all!


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