• Have high expectations of all your pupils
• Create a positive learning environment
• Make use of reading role models
• Make effective use of assessment, targets and challenges
• Don’t underestimate the importance of talk
• Use active teaching and learning strategies, including drama
• Give them a reason to read – comprehension and book choice
• Use ICT and multimedia
• Make links between different areas of learning
• Involve parents as partners

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If you would like more information about the reasons for some boys’ underachievement in literacy and how we can overcome this we suggest you read the Project X Handbook: Get the Boys Reading and Writing: The Essential Guide to Raising Boys’ Achievement.