Name
Engaging the In-Between: Combatting the Middle Grade Reading Crisis
Date
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
Time
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Location Name
Governor's Square 11, Concourse Level, Plaza Building
Description
We all know that middle-grade readers aren’t, well, reading. This session will explore why 8-12 year olds are reading less, which reading trends are holding steady, and opportunities to increase discoverability. You’ll examine actionable ways to boost middle-grade readership to support young readers’ development.
Speakers
Leah Johnson, Loudmouth Books - Indianapolis, IN
Brein Lopez, Children's Book World - Los Angeles, CA
Paul Swydan, The Silver Unicorn Bookstore - Acton, MA
Holly Weinkauf, Red Balloon Bookshop - Saint Paul, MN