In 2017, Cyndi was personally selected by Jim Trelease to update The Read-Aloud Handbook. This was a book that played a role in Cyndi's life and she was thrilled and honored to carry on Trelease's legacy. Like Jim, she also has a passion for reading aloud which is apparent in the 8th edition of this well-loved resource that has been read by generations of parents, teachers, and librarians. After reading the 8th edition of his beloved book, Jim Trelease remarked, "I never for a moment had a doubt Cyndi was the right person to carry the book forward. I knew she would be good, but what I didn't know was how good. Now I know. Stupendously good! This is not just updating; this is a wonderful enhancement with new ideas, new blood, and new energy."Cyndi Giorgis has been a classroom teacher and school librarian. She currently is a professor of children's literature and a read-aloud enthusiast. She is a frequent presenter at educational conferences and also speaks at schools, libraries, and to organizations about the power of reading aloud to a child. In addition, she has experience and expertise in literacy education and presents on this topic as well. Cyndi is an avid reader and enjoys talking to kids, parents, and teachers about books.Read more about this authorRead less about this author