Readers theatre is a powerful tool for building language skills and involving young readers with literature. Educator and seasoned readers-theatre coach Shirlee Sloyer provides teachers and librarians with nuts-and-bolts guidelines for integrating readers theatre into the classroom and library. Detailed instructions for every step guide readers through the process of setting up and conducting a successful program that is based on NCTE and IRA standards. Grades 4-8 Includes: - An Overview of Readers Theatre- Selecting the Literature- Exploring Key Literary Elements- Compiling and Adapting Material- Classroom Procedures- Preparing for Performance- The Performance and Afterward- A Model Program and Script- 11 Classroom-Ready Sample Scripts