The emphasis of this book is to use readers; theater as a mechanism to enhance information about authors and their interests as well as they story. The questions are good, but definitely for elementary level work. This concept of readers' theater will be much stronger if it is used to introduce a topic or theme, and support the work of the students with at least one more readers' theater from an auxiliary title as well as have on hand several copies of titles and books related to the theme or certainly the author. The concept of extending this initial introduction to an author needs to be expanded even for elementary kids. A good teacher librarian already does this...... Not recommended.

Readers Theatre is such an easy way to involve children and even teens in reading, promotion, and dramatic activities that it should be commonplace in every school and certainly in every learning commons. The authors here provide over thirty scripts that are easily duplicated and used instantly. Barchers work is exceptional in this arena for the easy flowing narrative that is both entertaining and easy for many struggling readers to present. Barchers fans already know this and those unfamiliar with her work, this is a good volume to add to your collection. Highly recommended.