Teen snuggled up, reading a good book.
While a good number of teens are reading these days. The question is this: Does what they’re reading challenge their reading skills, their views, their ability to reason? Or not?
This article, using research done in the UK, seeks to answer these questions.
And also the bigger question — why does it matter?
In the 1990s, I researched, and authored a number of biographies for Chelsea House Publishing. Some were individuals from the Colonial Days in America where I was amazed to discover the high level of education. For instance, political leader, Increase Mather, was able to write and speak fluent Latin by the time he was twelve. And he knew Greek as well. While this is just one example, it was by no means an exception.
I am a strong proponent for teens to be connected to books; that books become an integral part of their everyday lives. But I also believe it’s good to raise the bar. If you’re a teen reading this, I extend the challenge for you to step out and step up. Leave the mundane and strive for excellence.
There are worlds out there that are waiting for you to come and discover them. And books can enable you do just that!
A great quote from this article:
Young people almost certainly do not realize the problems that come when they don’t challenge themselves to read difficult books. But there’s plenty they can do to avoid these issues – with or without the help of parents and teachers.
Now On the Shelves of Many Libraries
Brought To You By The Color Drab is now on the shelves of three branches of the OKC Metro Library system, two branches of the Tulsa City-County Library system, the Austin, TX Library system, as well as a number of other towns and cities in Oklahoma and Kansas. Soon to be on the shelf at the Abilene and Ft. Worth, TX, libraries. Check with your local library. If it’s not there, please make a request. Librarians listen to their patrons!
Brought To You By The Color Drab
My teen action novel Brought To You By The Color Drab is all about a boy (Race Paloma) who know firsthand what it means to face insurmountable obstacles, to struggle, and to learn what it means to overcome.
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