Deep Dive: B Is for Book (2016)
Film Lens
B Is for Book follows a group of primary schoolchildren over a year as they learn to read. The film captures the varying levels of progress among the children, with some starting strong while others struggle with the alphabet. It provides a glimpse into their home lives, revealing the different levels of parental involvement, from those who tutor late into the night to those who speak little to no English.
As the children begin to master reading, they discover the world of stories and gain new perspectives on their surroundings. The film offers a unique look at a fundamental life skill that everyone experiences only once, making it a significant exploration of literacy development in young children.
Why Watch
- •Follow children learning to read for the first time.
- •See the impact of parental involvement on literacy.
- •Meet diverse families and their unique challenges.
Did You Know
•The film follows primary schoolchildren over the course of one year.
•Some parents tutor their children late into the night to improve reading.
•Not all parents speak English as a first language, affecting learning.
Perfect For
Parents of young childrenEducators and teachersLiteracy advocates