Recent trends indicate a decline in reading for pleasure among Americans, particularly among children. Concerns have been raised regarding the types of reading material available to kids and the decreasing number of books included in educational curricula. A new cover story in The Atlantic explores these issues further, prompting discussions about reading habits across the broader population. PBS NewsHour's Jeffrey Brown interviewed Rose Horowitch from The Atlantic to delve into these topics.
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Decline in Reading for Pleasure Among Americans
A decline in reading for pleasure has been observed among Americans, especially children, with concerns about the types of reading materials and the number of books in educational settings. A cover story in The Atlantic discusses these trends and their implications for the population.
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'Post-literate age': Why fewer Americans are reading for pleasure
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Decline in Reading for Pleasure Among Americans