When Will I Read?

by Miriam Cohen

Book Overview

Jim had waited all his life. But still he could not read. "It will happen, " said the teacher. "It will happen when you are ready." But Jim was ready now. Some of the children in the class could read. Some simply remembered what was under each picture. Jim knew what all the signs in the classroom said, but that was not reading. Then one day the sign on the hamster's cage said something different! Children who have met Jim, Paul, Anna Maria, and the others in previous books will welcome them back in this universal -- and triumphant -- story, with its loving pictures of classroom life.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0440900387
• ISBN13: 9780440900382
• Release Date: May 1993
• Publisher: Bantam Books
• Length: 28 Pages
• Weight: 0.11 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Great book for teachers!

Miriam Cohen explores what it means to "be a reader" through her delightful class of first graders. Jim wonders when he will learn to read. His holistic teacher points out to him that he is already reading many things such as familiar books, classroom signs and so on. As young children enjoy reading (or listening) about Jim's exploration, they also are learning about reading and what it means to be a reader. This book helps children understand that reading is developmental and depends on the social context. A great book for Pre-K to 1st graders. I use it with a unit called "I Can Read" that helps children appreciate their early reading abilities. Also a good choice for older children who are working with young readers as reading buddies or partners. This book is also a good choice for open house or parent meetings- to help anxious first grade parents to relax. If you haven't read any of the other books in this series, check them out too!