This document summarizes a presentation about reading habits and the role of educators as reading role models. Some key points made:
- Survey data found that most educators read 1-2 books per month, with only 15% reporting reading 7 or more books per month. This is concerning given that over 6,000 children's/YA books are published each year.
- Most educators are not using tools like audiobooks or social media that students engage with. Only 19% have a social media presence for recommendations.
- For educators to better promote reading, the presentation recommends they become role models by setting aside daily reading time, permitting student reading choices, and showing interest in what students read inside and outside