Reading by Frank Smith

Reading by Frank Smith

Since the publication of the first edition in 1978, this book has become a standard work for all those interested in reading. The book is about the process of reading, the perceptual and language skills involved, and the nature of the task facing anyone learning to read. At the heart of Frank Smith's analysis is the seemingly simple truth that it is only through reading that children learn to read and, in this edition, the author introduces the notion of the 'literacy club' which children need to join if they are to become successful readers.

Language has always piqued Frank Smith's interest. Before beginning formal academic studies in Australia, he worked as a journalist in a number of places. This resulted in a doctorate. at Harvard University, as well as further travel around the world researching, speaking, and publishing about thinking and learning. He has taught at the University of Toronto, the Ontario Centre for Studies in Education, the University of Victoria in British Columbia, and the University of Witwatersrand in South Africa. He has written numerous articles and books.

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ISBN 13	9780521312851
ISBN 10	052131285X
Title	Reading
Author	Frank Smith
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Cambridge University Press
Year published	1985-12-01
Number of pages	192
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.