Childrens Literacy Practices and Preferences: Harry Potter and Beyond

The Harry Potter book series has proven successful in transforming childrens reading and drawing enthusiasm from both boys and girls alike. Childrens Literacy Practices and Preferences: Harry Potter and Beyond provides empirical evidence of young peoples reported literacy practices and views on reading, and how the Harry Potter series has impacted their own academic achievements. It explores and debunks some of the myths surrounding Harry Potter and literacy, and contextualizes these in childrens wider reading collections.