Whole Book Reading in a Digital World: Practical Moves for Deep Thinking

With today’s digital environment, students are surrounded by short texts, rapid content, and quick answers. As a result, many struggle to sustain attention and develop deep understanding across longer, more complex reading. This session explores why whole-book reading is essential for building comprehension, critical thinking, and lasting engagement. Jennifer Serravallo will share practical, classroom-ready moves that help students stay focused, think deeply across a text, and make meaningful connections over time.