This was a good book. Defined close reading and gave specific, simple steps to teach students how to do close reading with both fiction and nonfiction text. I would say this is geared more for upper elementary and above...you have to have some "meaty" material to be able to dissect it in a way that is meaningful, and that is a little harder to hit before chapter books (although, not impossible) in the way they've outlined here. I'd recommend this book :) Like so many others, I eagerly awaited this book's release. The blogathon immediately preceding it only built my anticipation, and this book does not disappoint. Lehman and Roberts pack this slim volume with very practical ways to approach close reading of both fiction and nonfiction with a variety of grade appropriate texts. This is a perfect companion to Beers and Probst's Notice and Note.Kudos to you, Chris and Kate.
High WOW! factor - practical, efficient, and worthwhile for teachers of ELA.
—kaylea
Improved the depth of my teaching! Highly recommended!
—tip13
Another great read if you're an educator.
—alruch
Great teaching strategies.
—lily_hart
