The Power of BOOKS: Building a Lifelong Love of Reading

Part 1 of the EDVIEW360 “Power of Print” Week on edWeb

In an increasingly digital world, what is lost when children spend less time with real books—and what can we do to bring them back? Join literacy trailblazer Dr. Louisa Moats as she opens our three‑part EDVIEW360 series, The Power of Print, sponsored by Voyager Sopris Learning^®.

During this inspiring session, Dr. Moats reflects on why books still matter—not as nostalgic artifacts, but as essential tools for building language, knowledge, connection, and a lifelong love of reading. Drawing on insights from great thinkers and writers, she explores how reading physical books strengthens attention, deepens comprehension, and supports the cognitive and emotional development of young learners.

This webinar is not about dismissing digital tools. Instead, it highlights the powerful, irreplaceable role of print in the literacy ecosystem. Dr. Moats will invite participants to reflect on the childhood reading experiences that shaped them—and consider how to create those same lasting memories for today’s students.

Educators will learn:

• Why print books uniquely support language, comprehension, and memory
• How reading aloud builds strong bonds, engagement, and curiosity
• Ways to nurture lifelong readers in a digital‑first world
• How to balance digital tools with the enduring benefits of print
• Practical strategies for encouraging book‑rich classrooms and homes

“We can and must counteract the alarming societal trend away from reading books.” — Dr. Louisa Moats

This session sets the stage for the full Power of Print week on edWeb. After Dr. Moats’ presentation, join us for additional webinars with Dr. Susan Neuman and Dr. LaKeisha Johnson, each offering their own perspectives about why print remains essential to literacy, equity, and lifelong learning.

Start the week with one of the most influential voices in literacy—and rediscover the power of books to change lives.