For three decades, millions of parents and educators have turned to Jim Trelease's beloved classic to help children become avid readers by awakening their imaginations and improving their language skills. It has also been a staple in schools of education for new teachers. This updated edition of The Read-Aloud Handbook discusses the benefits, the rewards, and the importance of reading aloud to children of a new generation.

Supported by delightful anecdotes as well as the latest research, the Read-Aloud Handbook offers proven techniques and strategies for helping children discover the pleasure of reading and setting them on the road to becoming lifelong readers.