This is one of the
display shelves in my library.
Looks good, doesn't it?!
Let me tell you about this shelf.
For the uninitiated, Steve is the good guy from the game Minecraft. (see Steve to the right).
Steve likes to read and he wrote a quick, 3 sentence review of the book, The Gollywhopper Games by Jody Feldman. He gave it 4 out of 5 stars. He then placed the review and the book on this shelf. Soon, 4th and 5th grade students noticed and asked if they could write their own reviews. Of course!! Once the review and the book go on display, the books are quickly checked out by other students who want to see if they agree with the book review.
That's why I'm happy this shelf is empty. My students are taking the initiative to write a short book review and post it on the Steve Shelf. Other students see that the book is interesting and they check it out! *doin my happy dance*
Love this idea!! What a great way to get students reading! I love that the students asked to write their own reviews. I am going to have to try this in my library!! Thanks for sharing.
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