Publisher's Synopsis
In both library and classroom, with readers of all ages, book-talks aim to be an effective and entertaining way to turn students and library patrons into avid readers. This bi-annual volume contains ready-to-use book-talks and practical book-talking guidelines, plus ratings on popularity, quality and grade level.;The book covers 150-200 titles, both fiction and non-fiction, for eight-year-olds and upwards, including new releases such as "Kool Ada" by Sheila Soloman Klass, "The Star Fisher" by Laurence Yep and "Who P-P-P-Plugged Roger Rabbit" by Gary K. Wolf, as well as older favourites such as "Beauty" by Bill Wallace, "Summer Witches" by Theresa Tomlinson and "Those Who Hunt by Night" by Barbara Hambly. Articles such as "Booktalks: Let's Get Visual" and "What to Do When Booktalks Go Too Well" are also included.;Librarians, teachers, parents and readers should appreciate this collection which sets out to turn reluctant readers into eager readers, encourage young readers and new readers, and inspire all readers to become better readers.
