“It’s a dangerous business, Frodo, going out your door. You step onto the road, and if you don’t keep your
In Part 2 of the Falling Literacy Rates series, we shift our focus from children’s reading levels to the declining reading habits of adults. Despite an increase in book sales, research shows that adults, especially avid readers, are reading fewer books than in previous decades. We explore how this decline in adult literacy impacts children’s reading habits and discuss the global literacy crisis exacerbated by pandemic lockdowns. Discover practical tips on how parents can model reading habits, build their child’s curiosity, and keep literacy levels high at home. Stay tuned for more in-depth articles and resources from One-Room Education.
Part 1 of our series on falling literacy rates explores how the pandemic and parental involvement are shaping the future of literacy in America. We examine historical trends, the decline of children’s reading habits, and the critical role parents play in fostering literacy development.