Disrupting Thinking by Kylene Beers & Robert E. Probst

Disrupting Thinking challenges educators to move beyond traditional reading comprehension strategies and instead focus on helping students think deeply about the texts they read. Beers and Probst encourage teachers to foster inquiry, reflection, and authentic discussions that lead to deeper understanding and stronger literacy skills.

Teachers and instructional coaches will appreciate the book's emphasis on meaningful conversations and thoughtful reading experiences rather than simply teaching students to find correct answers. The authors provide practical strategies that encourage curiosity, critical thinking, and student voice.

While every chapter offers valuable insights, educators will find the sections on inquiry, discussion strategies, and comprehension especially beneficial for strengthening literacy instruction across grade levels.

Topics included in the book:

• Reading comprehension

• Student thinking

• Inquiry

• Discussion strategies

• Literacy instruction

• Critical thinking

Why would a teacher want to read this?

This resource encourages educators to rethink traditional literacy instruction and provides practical strategies for promoting deeper comprehension and richer classroom discussions. Teachers will discover ways to help students become more thoughtful, engaged, and reflective readers while strengthening critical thinking skills.