Posting regularly to this blog is a challenge. I have no problem coming up with book-related topics I want to share. No, what slows me down is finding the time, a quiet moment in my crazy-busy day, to put my thoughts together. One way to make things easier is making 'live booktalks'. The Youth Services staff is excited about this new addition to the blog. We will continue to post new ones as we make them.
As children move into the intermediate grades, 3 thru 5, being involved in a book discussion group gives them an opportunity to express their opinions about the books they have been reading. The adult who leads the group can expose children to a broader range of titles. I have hosted several books group over the years and found them to be exciting. Participants are eager to learn different terminology -- theme, plot, and pacing -- and how some authors are successful at writing than others. We would love to start a book group with students in grades 4 and 5. Stop in and talk with Mrs. C anytime. We would need at least 5 to start.
For those who love to read but find themselves in the car a lot, National Public Radio (NPR) hosts a monthly book club called 'Backseat Book Club'. Children can log on to the the site to read a brief summary of the book and learn more about the author. If the book piques your child's interest, you can stop in to the Scarborough Public Library and check the book out.
Call the Youth Services Department 883-4723, ext 6277 and ask for Mrs. C. or send an email: kids@scarborough.lib.me.us if you would like to join a book group.
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