This classic has sold more than 4,000 copies since its publication. Now available only through Storycart Press in limited quantities for the special price of $20.00.

The contents include topics such as: introduction to the literate classroom; letting your library work for you; how to implement your program; how to sneak books into the teaching of reading; research and the reading and writing program; making the reading and writing connection; teaching poetry.

The list of 125 Ways to Share Books has been one of the most popular sections of the book. Here's a sampling:

1. Panel Discussion: Orgainze a pro and con panel and debate an issue.
2. Dramatization: Dramatize an incident or an important character.
3. Radio Announcements: Have a student broadcast an advertisement for the book.
4. Telegram: Condense the essence of the book into 15, 50, or 100 words.
5. Cliffhanger: Read aloud, stopping at a strategic point.
6. Costumes: Design costumes from the period of the book.
7. Stage: Design a miniature stage setting for a portion of the book.
8. Persuasive Speech: Persuade the audience why they should (or should not) read the book.
9. Sketch a Sequence: Sketch action sequences. Consider use of photography.
10. Letter: Write a letter recommending the book to a friend.
11. Character Dress: Dress as a character and illustrate a section.
12. Book Reviews: Broadcast a review on the school public announcement system.
13. Simplification: Rewrite an incident for a primary grade.
14. Pantomime: Pantomime a character or scene and ask the class to guess the book.
15. Map: Make a map of the country or fantasy land from the book.