Deconstructing Penguins: Parents, Kids, and the Bond of Reading Book

â??Books are like puzzles,â? write Lawrence and Nancy Goldstone. â??The authorâ??s ideas are hidden, and it is up to all of us to figure them out.â? In this indispensable reading companion, the Goldstonesâ??noted parent-child book club expertsâ??encourage grownups and young readers alike to adopt an approach that will unlock the magic and power of reading.With the Goldstones help, parents can inspire kidsâ?? lifelong love of reading by teaching them how to unlock a bookâ??s hidden meaning. Featuring fun and incisive discussions of numerous childrenâ??s classics, this dynamic guide highlights key elementsâ??theme, setting, character, point of view, climax, and conflictâ??and paves the way for meaningful conversations between parents and children. â??Best of all,â? the Goldstones note, â??you donâ??t need an advanced degree in English literature or forty hours a week of free time to effectively discuss a book with your child. This isnâ??t Crime and Punishment, itâ??s Charlotteâ??s Web.â?Read More