The text provides detailed step-by-step guidance for primary and secondary school teachers to set up and run a reading workshop. Serafini (education, U. of Nevada, Las Vegas) uses first-hand examples from his own classes to illustrate the ideas and exercises he presents. The central premise of his method is creating an emotionally supportive atmosphere where students will want to read and share. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)