From Pushups to Angel’s Wings

If I could convince all Elementary School Principals to read this gem of a book, Great Things Would Happen!My good friend Dr. Timothy Blair, would say, learning to read is a three legged stool; it takes explicit direct instruction, right fit books, and plenty of practice. When these three reading pillars are dished up by loving, caring, teachers and parents “Great Things Happen”! I am going to share this book with teachers and parents.

-- Alan Boyko, retired president, Scholastic Book Fairs

National and international studies consistently reinforce the issue that on average, reading is an area in which male students wane in comparison to their female counterparts. I am glad to see the laser focus that they are bringing to the issue with integrity, fidelity, and even a little levity. The issue exposes a deficit that needs to be addressed, and Jefferson and Shaffer bring ‘real world’ experience in an effort to help mitigate those statistical deficits.

-- Tim Long, retired school superintendent

This insightful book on reading strategies is clearly the result of Dr. Jefferson being proactive, sensitive, and aware of the many challenges that face students. This book is an excellent tool for the new and developing professionals to successfully gain insight into engaging students in the reading process.

-- Dave Chastain, Retired Director of Special Educa