Reading for pleasure is sharply down among schoolkids, report shows

kept by eddie jun 25

A report shows reading for pleasure among schoolkids has sharply declined since 2012, with commenters blaming smartphones, classroom technology, and parental habits.

A Phone-Free Childhood? One Irish Village Is Making It Happen. - The New York Times
The Irish town of Greystones adopted a voluntary code among parents to delay giving smartphones to children until secondary school, with widespread community buy-in.
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Digital Deli, 1984 book by early PC hackers and enthusiasts
Digital Deli is a 1984 anthology compiling writings, humor, and technical insights from early personal computer hackers and enthusiasts, celebrating the nascent computer community.
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Wealthy Families Swap Traditional Classrooms for AI Tutors and ‘Alternative’ Schools - WSJ
High-earning families are increasingly choosing alternative schools emphasizing life skills and AI over traditional public schools.
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The Xteink X4 E-Ink Reader — Max Glenister
The £40 Xteink X4 e-ink reader, though minimal out of the box, becomes an excellent portable reading device through custom firmware like CrossPoint or Inx.
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