Colin saw me writing about some of the recent books I had read and asked why I did not do the same for the books I read to them. So, here it is The Kids' Reading Corner. We tend to read a lot of books as a family. The kids each pick out some from the library, then I will grab some to keep it interesting (or if they need to hear about a specific topic).
Here are some of their favorites.
They tend to like books by Cynthia Rylant. She does the Poppleton series and Mr. Putter and Tabby. We have read all of the ones at the library, so we may have to order some. They are a good introduction to chapter books. Each one being only a few pages and they have pictures. This allows me to read some that are somewhat more Colin's level and still include Meli.
Meli loves the Jan Thomas books like What Will Fat Cat Sit On. She likes the simple sentences that she can repeat after me or even memorize. Plus, they are funny.
We all LOVE the Piggie & Gerald books. Mo Willems is amazing!! Will and I will read these together. The kids love our voices for the characters (especially Will's Gerald). Meli loves to be Piggie in these books. Again, simple sentences and art. I highly recommend these books.
I have to throw in the classics, of course! I also like to choose books that relate to something I can talk about. For example, with Make Way for Ducklings, I can talk about going to Boston and seeing the statue celebrating this book. The kids like what Colin calls "Text to World connection".
I really enjoyed the Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns book. It is a very simple color book, but it introduces the kids to a different culture/religion. That is something that is very important to me. Especially with the current climate of politics and everything. I want to teach love and respect. Meli picked this one out. She is very attracted to bright colored covers and interesting art. She tends to pick ones that are non-fiction and about religion.
Until next time....pleasant reading!
Love & Hugs,
The B Family
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