As to whether your child can be in your group, the answer is yes. But be sure to ask your child if this is the arrangement he or she would prefer. It really is up to the two of you. Planning for your program's needs and delegating responsibilities is essential. It is important for volunteers to feel they are part of the Junior Great Books community.
Meetings keep leaders' enthusiasm high and reinforce common goals.
Schedule meetings regularly to share ideas, prepare for discussions, and coach each other. Also remember to communicate with teachers, school administrators, and parents. Newsletters to school staff, volunteers, students, and parents of students in the program can help keep everyone in touch with your program's success. Much of the excitement of Junior Great Books comes from the open atmosphere of the shared search for understanding in a work of literature. Foster a cooperative environment and encourage creative thinking by showing respect for students' ideas.