Library Cat Rating Scale

Library Cat Reviews & Rating Scale

    Reviewing books is a good way to make yourself think critically about the materials you have just read.  When developing a rating scale and reviewing books, I think it is important to add a personal touch.  I have combined two of my favorite things, books and cats, to create a straightforward rating scale that is also fun. This is a system that I developed when working as an Information Assistant for Teen Services at the Bronx Library Center.  For my displays there, I would boil my recommendations down into one or two sentences, just enough to capture a teens interest and make them want to pick the book up or come chat about it a little bit more.  It use to only go up to three cats, but I revised the system for this blog so I could include more books!
   
     Although I no longer work solely with Children and Teens, I continue to actively read and review books written for these audiences.  This blog will offer more detailed reviews as well as additional materials to look at if you are a fan of the book!

Minerva the Library Cat

                            Library Cat Rating Scale

1 Cat:  It was just ok, but can't quite let it go.  

2 Cats:  Add this book to your reading list.

3 Cats:  Make some time to read this book (when you can).

4 Cats:  DROP EVERYTHING and read this book right now.