Life Literacy And The Pursuit Of Happiness

Life, Literacy, and the Pursuit of Happiness is the first professional title dedicated to addressing a school’s reading culture with a focus on the needs of immigrant and refugee students and families—including learning their target language, English. Dr. Vu presents the research-informed six conditions of culture—Commitment, Collection, Clock, Conversation, Connection, and Celebration—that create a school environment where immigrant and refugee students can thrive. Additionally, Dr. Vu provides practical strategies that most effectively support students who are new to this country.

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The first professional title dedicated to addressing a school’s reading culture with a focus on the needs of immigrant and refugee students and familiesDr. Vu presents the research-informed six conditions of culture—Commitment, Collection, Clock, Conversation, Connection, and CelebrationGreat for developing reading and writing skills