The Read-Aloud Handbook

The book highlights the importance of reading aloud, but I'm curious what personal or research experiences led Jim Trelease to champion this practice.

The extensive list of recommended titles is impressive but also a bit daunting. Did others feel inspired to start reading more aloud or feel overwhelmed by the choices?

While the book focuses on general benefits, I wonder how its strategies work for children who struggle with reading or attention. Has anyone tried adapting these ideas?