Reading: Why Reading is so Important and How to "Sell" or Recommend a Book

 

The Power and Importance of...READING! | Luke Bakic | TEDxYouth@TBSWarsaw

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- "Why you CAN’T skip reading to your child for 20 minutes per day" by LB Literacy, Reading Therapy & Literacy Support

 

 "Build Better Book Talks" by Dr Gustafson (2:59)

 

 "Sharks Love a Seal Buffet" by LivBits (31 seconds)

 

"Get to Know Olivia Van Ledtje" & LivBits by  YAYOMG

  

 

Summer Reading Tips from LivBits (1:32)

THINGS TO CONSIDER INCLUDING IN YOUR BOOK TALK:

- Know your time limit (1:30)

- What is your HOOK?  Grab your audience's attention

- What are the basics about your book:

        - Who is the author, when was it written

        - What is the book's genre (mystery, magic realism, fantasy, realistic fiction, etc.)

        - How many pages is it - long or short?

        - Who is the target audience?

        - 5 W's - who, what, where, when, why?

- Tell a little about the plot, but don't give away any big events or the ending!

        - read a small excerpt (part of your book)

- Characterization: are they described well, do they grow or change in any way?

- How would you rate the book from 1-5 - one being no way, to five being - you should totally make time for this experience!

A Pep Talk from Kid President to You (3:28)