“Tell Me” offers practical information about book talking in the classroom, explaining some of the processes and outlining the ground rules developed by teachers and others who work with children and books. “The Reading Environment” describes, with many practical examples, the surroundings and attitudes that support children’s encounters with books in school, enabling them to become thoughtful, willing readers. Together, they provide a clear and helpful explanation of the ways in which teachers can help children become thoughtful, discursive, engaged readers.