Intended to challenge readers of all ages to celebrate the wonder of words arranged on the printed page, this book contains descriptions of activities that have been highly successful in drawing children into literacy and keeping them there. The 64 activities presented in the book can be performed in the home, at school, in the library, around town, and (through the experience of reading) around the world. The impetus for the development of this book was the proclamation of 1987 as the Year of the Reader. Appendixes include sample material for many of the activities. An annotated list of readings is provided. (RS)