shelfari.com

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Description: Shelfari allows the user to learn about different books and create a community around books. It allows you to list books for your wish list, ones you have read and intend to read. It is also linked to Amazon, which is really helpful. When adding a book to you shelf, shelfari also shows the cover of the book that you entered.

Pros and Cons: Pros of Shelfari are the following: 1. Shelfari shows the covers of books you have read. 2. It is safe for students. 3. It is free to use. 4. It is extremely easy to use. 5. It allows the user to share favorite books/authors. 6. It helps the user discover books he/she may have never heard of.

Cons of Shelfari are the following: 1. If the Internet is down, you will not be able to use Shelfari. 2. The site may not be a big deal for people who aren't avid readers. 3. Any book may be added, regardless of age-appropriateness.

Possible Classroom Uses: Students can use Shelfari to share books with friends. It could also track Accelerated Reader books read by certain students. Students could form their own community on Shelfari to share books, information, and reviews.