Have students begin their first book in class and then ask them to take the book and form home for independent reading. Let them know that at the end of the pledge, there will be a book party when everyone can talk about what they've read. If possible, hold your Book Brunch in the school library. Explain to students that the purpose of the Book Brunch is to give them an opportunity to recommend books they've read and enjoyed to others in the class. Invite librarians, principals, parents, and other students and teachers.
Children can present the book they read and what they thought of it.
Give each student a small card or sheet to record titles of classmates' books they would like to read. When Emma's TV breaks she discovers how interesting reading can be. The Bionic Bunny Show by Marc Brown and Laurene Krasny Brown Explains how a TV show is made and helps kids distinguish between fantasy and reality. You Can Do with Your Child by Steve and Ruth Bennett A compendium of simple and creative activities for families.