Ooh - I love this! I liked previewing all of the options, but the most exciting was finding LibraryThing! I immediately set up an account and starting building my own library. This can become such a great way to learn about new books (I did find an upcoming title that I went and ordered from Amazon right away) and to discuss books with others. It was very easy to do, and I did not even get close to all of the ways I could use it - yet...
Using this for a classroom could be a powerful way to get students in touch with others who are reading similar things. The groups on LibraryThing can help find others, plus each book that is chosen can be linked to other members. Students could use this to build their own libraries based on what they are reading in class and beyond.
I could also see the literacy coaches in my district (and maybe the county) using this took to share resources. They would enjoy the continual contact beyond their bi-monthly meetings. Plus, they would love hearing what others know about good professional resources.
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I have to agree with you on this one -- I liked The Library thing the best out of our choices we had for this lesson. I really liked how it can give you recommendation once you get your library established. I'm always looking for something new to read.
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