James Patterson on Reading in Schools

James Patterson spoke at a meeting of New York City middle school principals about tools the principals can use to inspire non-readers and… read more

James Patterson spoke at a meeting of New York City middle school principals about tools the principals can use to inspire non-readers and reluctant readers in schools. Mr. Patterson donated 45,000 copies of his book, Middle School: The Worst Years of My Life, to 300 middle schools in the New York City Public School System as part of this effort. New York City Schools Chancellor Carmen Farina delivered opening remarks. close

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James Patterson on Reading in Schools

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Program ID:
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Category:
Public Affairs Event
Format:
Speech
Location:
New York, New York, United States
First Aired:
Nov 02, 2014 | 11:05pm EST | C-SPAN 2
Last Aired:
Nov 28, 2014 | 3:05pm EST | C-SPAN 2

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  • Nov 02, 2014 | 11:05pm EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Nov 09, 2014 | 8:34am EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Nov 27, 2014 | 7:00pm EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Nov 28, 2014 | 3:05pm EST | C-SPAN 2
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