Mike Schmoker Quotes

Things get done only if the data we gather can inform and inspire those in a position to make difference.

When we unnecessarily elongate the process of "learning to read," we postpone "reading to learn" - learning itself - by years.

worksheets - the archenemy of abundant, purposeful reading (and discussion and writing).

Learning, without any opportunities to share what we've learned, is a little like cooking for ourselves; we do it, but we probably won't do it as well.

Collaboration allows teachers to capture each other's fund of collective intelligence.

The number of books students read...is among the best indicators of student reading development.