Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: This study explores how structured book clubs impact 4th-grade students' reading motivation. Conducted over six months with 25 students, the research compared two book club models: student-chosen and teacher-assigned. Data from pre-and post-surveys, observations, interviews, and exit slips revealed that book clubs increased students’ reading enjoyment, confidence, and frequency. Key motivating factors included choice in book selection and opportunities for social interaction. The challenges identified were mismatched reading levels and student preferences for more frequent meetings. These findings suggest that incorporating choice and social elements in book clubs can effectively enhance reading motivation.
DOI: 10.62798/acpx8907
Author: Danielle Kline
Institution: Florida Atlantic University
Language: English
Subfield: Education
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W4413844617