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Creating Curious Readers

Feb 22, 2024
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I am very proud to announce the arrival of this teacher's guide to teaching comprehension. Off the back of a 2-year development project, we have shaped the Talk for Reading approach and created a book that will hopefully support teachers in both capturing children's interest and engagement in reading, as well as driving standards.


The book includes 20 film clips to illustrate the process, as well as worked examples that will support unit planning.


Happy reading!





 
 
 

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Stig Tom
Stig Tom
Sep 29

Curiosity is the engine behind every engaged reader, and I love how this post connects reading with asking better questions. In my classroom, I’ve found that geography games can spark that same curiosity—students want to read more when a place feels real. If you’re looking for a free, no-signup way to build global awareness, try World Guesser. It drops you into random street views and asks you to figure out where you are. Simple, addictive, and surprisingly educational for curious readers.

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Stig Tom
Stig Tom
Sep 29

I really enjoyed this post on creating curious readers. In English tutoring, curiosity often grows when learning feels playful and low-pressure. Short, engaging challenges can motivate reluctant readers and spark better discussions. My students also love quick brain breaks with low-poly racing; we talk about track design, strategy, and persistence, then return to reading refreshed. If you want a free, no-download option, try playpolytrack.com. It’s simple, creative, and surprisingly useful for building curiosity.

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John Wick
John Wick
May 30

I really liked how the post explains that curiosity is the key to helping readers develop a lasting love for books. It reminded me of my student days when asking questions and exploring different viewpoints helped me learn more effectively, and I used to Tort Law Assignment service while working through complex legal concepts that needed extra attention. The message about encouraging curiosity resonates because genuine interest often leads to deeper understanding and better learning outcomes.


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