Book trailers to the rescue

As so often happens, the bloggers at School Library Journal have led librarians and others to a treasure of ways to entice children to books. This time it is Elizabeth Bird who posts video trailers from YouTube which are designed to introduce new books in an irresistible way. There can't be many children (or parents) who aren't tempted to pick up the graphic novel series about Joey Fly; Private Eye after viewing the video. If there are still librarians and teachers out there who haven't discovered the magic of video trailers for children's books, this is the time to start. Not only can professional trailers be enjoyed, of course, but with a little help from local artists and art teachers, children can be encouraged to make their own. These are sure winners!