2008 – Jim Trelease
Since The Read Aloud Handbook first hit bookstores, Jim Trelease has been a well-known and respected advocate for the power of reading aloud. His several visits to Nebraska have inspired many participants who continue to share his enthusiasm and commitment to reading aloud. As he states on his home page: “The goal is to help children make books into friends, not enemies.” Jim Trelease is a true Read Aloud Champion.
