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Read all about it At Bundoora library we have a huge range of children's books to read, and also books about teaching reading to student's.   This article from the ABC news article gives some hints on reading to children and encouraging reading: Give it all your attention Engage with the story There's no age limit Pick a book you both enjoy Don't worry about your style Reading to children has a "direct casual effect on their schooling outcomes regardless of their family background and home environment" according to this University of Melbourne document .  So get reading!   We have many resources, some of which are listed below. If you are trying to find something for the children to read, check out  this video.   For more information please contact June Fros t for further support, ideas and resources. Introducing English to Young Children: Reading and writing. Time for a Story: Sharing books with i

Practical Research and Academic Skills is the newest streaming video collection on the SAGE Research Methods platform. This collection offers the practical skills needed to successfully complete your research: ●        Writing a research proposal ●        Planning and designing a research project ●        Securing ethical approval ●        Project management ●        Writing for publication ●        Presenting work ●        Building networks. The videos in this collection will help you to navigate your research, take responsibility for your professional development, and identify transferable skills to progress your career. SAGE Research Methods Video: Practical Research and Academic Skills is on trial via RMIT Library until 15 June 2018. On the trial site, you can browse through the pages of videos, or use the "Search within results" on the right navigation panel to explore specific topics. You can create your own clips, and link to or