Academic success Quote by Nancie Atwell
““There is no more important homework than reading. Research shows that the highest achieving students are those who devote leisure time to reading, even when the school day and year are only mid-length and homework isn’t excessive. Recently, the largest-ever international study of reading found that the single most important predictor of academic success is the amount of time children spend reading books, more important even than economic or social status. And one of the few predictors of high achievement in math and science is the amount of time children devote to pleasure reading.””
About This Quote
Source Article: Educational research overview, 2020s
Reading time predicts academic success more than socioeconomic status.
In simple terms: Reading improves achievement.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize reading for all students.
Themes
education
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academic success
leisure
equity
learning
Mood
motivational
informative
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When to use this quote
- school curricula
- parental guidance
- library programs
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
cognitive development
literacy
social mobility
Questions to Reflect On
- How can schools increase reading time?
- What role does leisure reading play in STEM?
A Different Perspective
Reading alone cannot solve all educational gaps.
