Get Bookin'
Wednesday, November 8, 2006; Page D14
Want to start a book club like the Book Busters? This is what makes their club so much fun:
  Meredith and her friends look for items they read about in "From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler." |
? Try something new. Each member of the Book Busters likes something different, so the type of book changes every meeting.
? Keep it small. Having a small group makes it easier to plan activities and go places. (The Book Busters have four kids, plus an occasional sibling.)
? Rotate where you meet. The Book Busters meet at a different member's house every meeting, and the hostess is responsible for dinner and creating an activity related to the book.
? Let every member have a say. Vote on what the club should read and how often to meet.
? Get your parents involved. Moms in the Book Busters break ties when voting on books and help plan activities.
Some Reading Suggestions
