Access to good books is the first step to discovering the joy of reading. The more trips you make to the library together, the more likely your child will want to choose a book from the stacks. The more books you have in your home, the more likely your child will pick one up and read it.But how do you know which books are the right ones to bring into your home or to check out of the library? This guide offers tips and strategies to help you and your child learn how to choose good books together.
Infants and Toddlers (birth - 2 years old)
*Books with big, bright, colorful pictures of familiar objects.
*Durable books made of cardboard, plastic, or washable cloth. These books are usually a good size and shape for small children to handle.
*Books that appeal to their senses, such as fabric books, books with textures, and books with scents.
*Stories told in short, simple sentences with pictures that explain the text.
*Poems and rhymes that are fun for parents to read.
Preschoolers (2-5 years old)
*Illustrations and photos that are clear, colorful, and engaging.
*Simple, fun plots. The action should move quickly, so each book can read in one sitting.
*Lively rhymes and repetition that children can repeat and remember.
*Stories about everyday life and events. The stories should encourage children to ask questions and explore their world.
*Stories that review basic concepts, such as letters, numbers, shapes, and colors.
*Main characters who are your child's age or slightly older.
*Playful animals, both real and imaginary, will also hold a child's attention.
Young Readers (6-11 years old)
*Clear text that is easy to read.
*Colorful, attractive illustrations and photos that bring the text to life and give clues to the meaning of unfamiliar words.
*Books that appeal to your child's interests.
*"How-to", craft and recipe books with clear simple worded instructions and helpful illustrations.
*Other books by your child's favorite authors and illustrators.
*Books with your child's favorite characters. Stories your child enjoyed hearing when he or she was younger. These are great6 books for children to begin reading on their own.
*Books that encourage discussion.
*Chapter books than can be read over several days instead of in one sitting.
Adolescents (12 years old and older)
*Books about subjects that interest your child.
*Novels that might help your child cope with daily challenges of growing up by featuring characters dealing with similar experiences.
*Books that introduce new experiences and opportunities.
*Fact books, such as world record books, trivia books, and almanacs.
*Biographies, classics, folk tales, historical fictions, and mythology.
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