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Robin Hoffman has been a children’s literature specialist for
more than 30 years. She began her career as the owner of the
Children’s Book Connection in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, presenting
programs to educators and parents on the joys and wonder of
reading aloud in the classroom and home. For the last 23 years,
she has worked for Scholastic Book Fairs® in a variety of roles,
and currently serves as the director of sales and product
programs. Robin’s team leads the effort to create a booktalking
culture in schools, promoting materials for teacher preview
programs and the book podcasts.
Robin Hoffman
Morning Session:
Booktalking: Transforming Dormant to Passionate Readers
Creating and delivering great and memorable booktalks can transform dormant readers into
passionate readers who crave new books. Making booktalking a daily practice allows students
to hear about 180 books each year and enables them to become better consumers of the
books they want to read. This session will provide the tools and activities to create a vibrant
booktalking culture on your campus or in your classroom. Prepare to have fun!
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