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Uploaded on Nov 16, 2008

Reading a book you don't want to read is like cutting down a large tree tucked between three houses; it's best done piece-by-piece, chapter-by-chapter. Here's how to do it, from Jim Trelease, author of The Read-Aloud Handbook.

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  • daviJames

    daviJames 2 years ago

    am studying medicine, and i get stuck many times, when i see the whole huge material i have to cover .. thanks a lot for your advice and the beautiful illustration !

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  • Ahmed A. Muhi

    Ahmed A. Muhi 2 years ago

    thank you for this video it is very helpful

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  • Jaeyoung Kwak

    Jaeyoung Kwak 2 years ago

    Very useful

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  • DarthNihilus863

    DarthNihilus863 2 years ago

    good video

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  • Jhyzone

    Jhyzone 2 years ago

    Wow.

    I appreciate all the effort you put into this video.

    I like the analogy that you used; I will always remember this video now as I read my chemistry textbook (book/subject I don't want to read).

    THANKS

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  • Curacao4fun

    Curacao4fun 2 years ago

    Great advice , why not try reading with an electronic reading device Kindle ......

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  • brietayful

    brietayful 2 years ago

    Great video! It's a great way to encourage kids and help them understand their book better. I fell asleep reading at night too! So I will make sure I sit up and keep my feet down.

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  • bookreviewfamily

    bookreviewfamily 2 years ago

    I love this! Great editing and great voice. I want more videos like this. 

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  • jesscoraizaca

    jesscoraizaca 2 years ago

    Love this video great advice thank you

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  • SterilNeedle

    SterilNeedle 2 years ago

    Your advise made a lot of sense to me and I truly appreciate. Thankyou

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