Comments on Reading Everywhere: How to Run a Tween Book Group, Part 2

I never thought of doing themed snacks- I love it!...

2011-07-12T23:13:16.828-07:00

I never thought of doing themed snacks- I love it! How fun is that?!

And the questions about the cover were definitely inspired by the book group kids themselves- I honestly wouldn't have thought to talk about the cover until they started doing it of their own accord. Kids are so smart!

I absolutely agree that "If you feed them, th...

2011-07-12T16:32:42.084-07:00

I absolutely agree that "If you feed them, they will come" and I really try to make my snacks thematic to the book whenever possible. My first question is always "why did I bring X as a snack?" and it's a great way to see how much of the book they've read and retained.

I also love your sample questions. I never would've thought to ask so many things regarding the cover so I'll definitely incorporate those in!

Thank you so much for the kind words, Alexa and Ab...

2011-07-07T23:31:48.042-07:00

Thank you so much for the kind words, Alexa and Abby! I really appreciate the feedback.

Oooh, I have another tween book discussion coming ...

2011-07-07T20:06:31.974-07:00

Oooh, I have another tween book discussion coming up next week... I will definitely be using your suggestions!!

I run a tween book group at the public library I w...

2011-07-06T09:59:51.175-07:00

I run a tween book group at the public library I work at and I could not have given better advice. It sounds exactly like my book club! It's validating to hear that other librarians have the same experience with the same age group.