Skaggs, Gayle

Provides over 100 ideas for bulletin board and display areas in school and public libraries, with instructions, illustrations, supply lists, and tips on cost control.

Contains twenty-five themes that librarians can use to create displays that encourage children to read.

Identifies twenty themes teachers may use to promote reading and reading programs in elementary classrooms, each with suggestions for wall displays to chart reading progress, ideas for assemblies, lists of related Internet sites, advice on rewards or incentives, tips for integrating the theme into other curriculum areas, and patterns.

Provides detailed ideas for the elementary or middle school librarian or classroom teacher looking to encourage literacy by promoting reading and encouraging students to learn about and use the library.