Book Sharing Tips (from Miss Brown)

1. Be enthusiastic and have fun- if you aren’t excited about your book- why will your partner be?
2. Encourage discussion about the book using open questions. Instead of asking “did you like the book?” try asking “What did you like about the book?” or “How did make you feel?”
3. Book Sharing Basics:
a. Hold the book so your partner can see it- obvious, but you would be surprised….
b. Involve your partner in the reading- point to the pictures and ask questions, if there is an opportunity for your partner to “join” in the reading (repetition, etc.) encourage him/her to do so
c. Is there a big or rare word in your text? Discuss what the word means, encourage your partner to look for “clues” in the text)
d. Know your book! If you know the text, you have the opportunity to use lots of expression