International Reading Association 52nd Annual Convention
Dates
May 13 to 17, 2007
Venue
Toronto, Canada
Organizer
International Reading Association (IRA)
Keynote and featured speakers
*Ashley Bryan, award-winning author and illustrator, whose books include "All Night All Day" and "Lion and the Ostrich Chicks";
*Anita Lobel, whose memoir "No Pretty Pictures" was a National Book Award finalist and an American Library Association (ALA) best book for young adults;
*Steven L. Layne, whose writing delights and inspires both teachers and learners; author of IRA's own bestseller "Life's Literacy Lessons";
*Deborah Ellis, Governor General's Award winner for "Looking for X" and author of the Breadwinner trilogy;
*Craig Kielburger, an accomplished child rights advocate and leadership specialist; also award-winning author and a popular speaker.
Participants
Thousands of teachers, researchers, students, administrators, tutors, parents and publishers from around the world.
Background information
International Reading Association (IRA) was founded in 1956 as a professional organization for those involved in teaching reading to learners of all ages. Its members are dedicated to promoting high levels of literacy for all by: improving the quality of reading instruction; disseminating research and information about reading and encouraging lifetime reading habits. For 50 years, the IRA has been a professional home for those who help others learn to read. Nearly 100 countries are involved in this.
