Shakespeare is a form of Reproduction Literacy because it was written by William Shakespear in the 1500's, and once the auto visual media was invented, people created movies of his famous writings.

A Short Video of William Shakespeare which has been read and taught from generation to generation. Once the creation of televsion was invented, people acted out his famous stories.

To the optimist, the glass is half full.

To the pessimist, the glass is half empty.

To the engineer, the glass is twice as big as it needs to be.

To the plumber, any liquid in the glass is potential income.
(With thanks to John Pettitt and Ed O'Connell)

An example of Reproduction Literacy of stating the same phrase but re-writing it to mean something different or new.

Architectural Design of Bridge Building Before any Reproduction Literacy consideration.....

The same location with Architectural re-design after construction thoughts of something new and improved!