Boys and Literacy

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Exploring the critical issue of literacy among boys, this book by Knowles and Smith combines research findings with practical strategies for enhancing literacy in educational settings and at home. It focuses on genres that engage boys, such as horror and adventure, providing annotated articles, discussion questions, and book recommendations tailored to different reading levels. Additionally, it features a chapter on graphic novels and includes appendices with resources on magazines and authors appealing to boys, targeting grades 4-8.