What is a book tasting? A book tasting is one of the best reading motivation activities I have ever come across. If you’ve never done one before then start planning one now! You won’t regret it. Why are book tastings so wonderful? You can do a book tasting with all grade levels from early elementary to high school. Students are introduced to books that they would never look at on their own. It is a way to expose students to different genres. It is a way to showcase the books that no one checks out but that you know are awesome. Students are excited about READING!!! As librarians and teachers, one of the best feelings in the world is seeing a reluctant reader find that book that really grabs them. The one book that will begin to show them just how much fun reading can be. Hopefully this will