Establishing a book club for children and young people that"s self-sustaining and successful long-term is a challenge that this book addresses and conquers. According to recent research, allowing young people to choose their reading material, environment, and activity can make the vital difference in establishing a lifelong reading habit.|This practical guide demonstrates how to sponsor a successful, student-led book club for grades K through 12 that is fun, easy-to-implement, and encourages reading.|Book Clubbing!: Successful Book Clubs for Young People offers practical tips on creating book clubs that involve students of all ages and reading levels†"including special education students, second language learners, and reluctant readers†"making it easy to have fun, productive, and educational book clubs and other reading events.||The book begins with a discussion of the current research on reading and practical tips from experienced sponsors and participants, followed by suggestions on customizing book clubs to fit the students" needs and how to add "sparkle" to the club with field trips, readers theatre, guest speakers, and mystery games.