Boys and Books

This is a hugely important book that can bring positive change to the future of boys and the men they will become. The research presented demonstrates a frightening path that must be reversed if our boys are to grow into successful men.

As a life-long teacher, I have shared many of the same misconceptions about the importance of what boys were reading. As I read this book I became more attuned to the reading behaviors of the more engaged boy readers in the classroom and thoroughly agree that how and where they read, and their excitement about choosing what they read is all-important in fostering a love of reading.

​The stories of the boys and their families that Ms. Tubin wove throughout Boys and Books made it engaging to read, and I believe that using it, the reader can positively affect the desired outcome by applying the techniques she so clearly outlines.

​Ms. Tubin's methods for parents incorporate her knowledge and success in getting boys engaged in reading, in a straightforward and common sense approach that can be followed easily, as long as one is committed to a successful outcome.

The author, Hillary Tubin, has done an amazing job explaining why reading is important in boys’ lives, going through the remarkable benefits of reading, and showing how to help preteens and early teen boys develop a reading habit.

Even though this book is primarily designed for parents to help their young sons to develop a reading habit, I have found this book so inspiring, practical, and enlightening for myself, as an adult. I didn’t pay much attention to reading growing up, and I never really understood why it was important – until now!

The author goes to incredible lengths to explain the details of this subject, especially from the mindset perspective. Her passion, dedication, and expertise shine through each page. I loved reading about her experiences as a middle school teacher – she truly understands boys, their mindset, and the reading habit at such a deep level. I cannot believe I could relate to so many examples and stories presented in this book, and I really wish I had such an amazing and dedicated person as my teacher, helping me develop a reading habit while growing up.

Luckily, it’s never too late. I started developing my own reading habit thanks to this book, because it provides not only comprehensive information, but also a collection of empowering tools and techniques to implement this information right away!

If you’re a parent of a 9 – 14 year-old boy and you follow the steps carefully designed and brilliantly presented in this book, you will positively transform your son’s life! Developing a daily reading habit is critical to ensure your son’s future success, now more than ever, in our global, knowledge-based economy!

I HIGHLY recommend this transformational book to parents of young boys, but also to anyone who wants to capitalize on the astounding benefits of reading!