Dr. White is troubled by the research that asserts 1 in 4 children in America grow up without learning to read, and third grade students who do not read on grade level are four times less likely to graduate. In response, Dr. White has authored this book to serve as a practical guide to the critical skills that every child should acquire to learn to read! The author explains five critical skills that build the foundation for reading. Real-life connections and vignettes, relevant research, and end of the chapter practical strategies enhance the books usefulness as a parent resource, professional development tool, or course text.