Educators and parents know that when it comes to
promoting literacy, the more kids read, the better
they get at it; and as they gain proficiency as
readers, the more they enjoy reading. But, what if
children can t read what is of interest to them?
Assisted reading, the practice of listening to a
fluent model while following along with the text, is
designed to provide a bridge to the wonderful world
of print. It enables readers to use multiple avenues
of sensory input to process information. Researchers
have cited improvements in reading due to the self-
confidence gained by increased fluency and
comprehension and the enjoyment of reading high-
interest material. This book summarizes the history
of assisted reading from its genesis decades ago to
recent innovations with modern technology.
Audiobooks and Struggling Readers also presents
findings from a study on the effects of audio-
assisted reading with digital audiobooks for
students with reading disabilities. Theoretical
underpinnings are addressed and key studies are
reviewed. Practical applications for the use of
authentic children s literature in the form
of audiobooks are described.
promoting literacy, the more kids read, the better
they get at it; and as they gain proficiency as
readers, the more they enjoy reading. But, what if
children can t read what is of interest to them?
Assisted reading, the practice of listening to a
fluent model while following along with the text, is
designed to provide a bridge to the wonderful world
of print. It enables readers to use multiple avenues
of sensory input to process information. Researchers
have cited improvements in reading due to the self-
confidence gained by increased fluency and
comprehension and the enjoyment of reading high-
interest material. This book summarizes the history
of assisted reading from its genesis decades ago to
recent innovations with modern technology.
Audiobooks and Struggling Readers also presents
findings from a study on the effects of audio-
assisted reading with digital audiobooks for
students with reading disabilities. Theoretical
underpinnings are addressed and key studies are
reviewed. Practical applications for the use of
authentic children s literature in the form
of audiobooks are described.