Most of what is written about reading is focused on children, their parents and their teachers. We contend that principals can have an impact by playing a role in the development of a culture of readers by leading reading forward. As "head reader" the principal must first ask him or herself:

• Am I a "reader"? 
• Am I always reading a book?
• Do I pack and read a book when I travel?
• Do I know if my teachers are "readers"?
• If the teachers aren't  "readers" how will I invite them to become "readers"?

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