Kindergarten learning to read books
Books for grade K kindergarten children aged 5-6
Books for grade K -this list of recommended reading books for kindergartners has been compiled by teachers and school librarians for elementary school children aged 5-6. There is a range of inspirational and engaging books for emerging and more confident readers, including picture books, nursery rhymes, books to share, and books suitable for first independent reading. There are also books to promote discussion, thought, imagination, writing ideas, and provide an impetus for creative art. This list of kindergarten reading recommendations includes titles by Janet Squires, Matt de la Peña, Emily Tetri, Akiko Miyakoshi, and Mary Ann Hoberman.
We Don’t Eat Our Classmates by Ryan T. Higgins
Penelope is really looking forward to starting school and meeting her new classmates. That is, she’s really looking forward to eating them because she’s a T-Rex dinosaur. Soon, however, the tables are turned in this compelling and fun book for children aged 3-5.
School story
Leave Me Alone! by Vera Brosgol
A multi-award-winning picture book that will both amuse and entrance. All Granny wants to do is to be allowed to finish knitting sweaters for her large family – but she keeps being interrupted. To find peace, she leaves home. Her travels take her as far as the moon – meeting goats, bears and aliens along the way. Will she ever finish her knitting?
Classic
Hey, Water! by Antoinette Portis
A delightful non-fiction resource book for the classroom or at home. Learn all about water in its many forms, discover all the words used to describe water features, and link them to the illustrations. The simple text explains the entire water cycle and demonstrates why water is so important to us all.
Narrative non fiction
I Don’t Want to Be a Frog by Dev Petty
A clever moral tale about a young frog who finds it difficult to see the good in how things are and instead yearns to be something else. His father, however, is adept at grounding him in reality. A great book for parents to read with their children, or for teachers to read and discuss with a class.
Animal story
The Lion & the Mouse by Jerry Pinkney
A charming story – based on an Aesop fable – about friendship and loyalty in which a mouse who rescues a trapped lion after the lion decides not to eat him. Stunning artwork helps to convey the scale and magnificence of the lion and its Serengeti surroundings.
Fable
Ten on a Twig by Lo Cole
A wonderful counting story – full of repetition – that is ideal for less confident readers to share with adults and read aloud. The inventive and vibrant artwork could provide a great starting point for bulletin boards and classroom displays.
Picture book
Grumpy Monkey by Suzanne Lang
Jim’s friends have lots of helpful suggestions to try and make him feel happier. But the more they try to help, the grumpier Jim becomes until he has a meltdown. With sparkling and funny artwork throughout, this is a useful story to help younger children discuss empathy. Norman the gorilla is fabulous.
Picture book
I Am Enough by Grace Byers
An award-winning and beautifully illustrated book that teaches children to think positively, believe in themselves, and embrace diversity in the world. A great book to spark questions and conversations.
Diverse
What Color Is Night? by Grant Snider
An imaginative picture book with dream-like nightscapes to capture the imagination of Kindergarten readers. A beautiful book for reading at bedtime.
Bedtime story
Locomotive by Brian Floca
An evocative and thrilling picture book full of onomatopoeic words to thrust the reader into the sights, sound, and atmosphere of railroads and locomotives. A fantastic book for children who are interested in machines.
STEM | Picture book
Shh! We Have a Plan by Chris Haughton
A funny story that helps kindergarten-aged children to understand that it’s not always the loudest person that has the best ideas. When a gang of four friends tries to catch a bird, they fail spectacularly, until they listen to the quiet observant member of the group.
Humor
The Gingerbread Cowboy by Janet Squires
The traditional Gingerbread Man fairy tale is morphed into a Wild West setting with cacti, cattle, and coyotes. Yeehaw! A wonderful, fun, and immersive rhyming story that uses clever repetition and catchy language.
Modern fairy tale
The Word Collector by Peter H. Reynolds
Jerome doesn’t collect trading cards, coins or stamps – instead he collects words. Short words, long words, complicated words, and unusual words make up his collection – as well as words that can change and words that persuade. A highly original picture book that is perfect for developing a child’s imagination and interest in language.
Picture book
One Tiny Turtle by Nicola Davies
A charming and poetic picture book story following the life of one loggerhead turtle as she completes a migration of thousands of miles over three decades. Enlightening, uplifting, and beautifully illustrated, this story is ideal to read and share with younger children.
Animal story
The Adventures of Beekle by Dan Santat
An enchanting story that follows an imaginary friend that sets out on a long journey to try and find a child to adopt him. Inventive and original, this is a great picture book to help spark creative writing and narrative storytelling ideas.
Picture book
Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de la Peña
When CJ and his grandma travel to and from church every Sunday, he sees places that are very different from where he lives. An atmospheric picture book story that introduces kindergarten children to a diverse range of neighborhoods, people, and backgrounds – sensitively and thoughtfully.
Classic
Pink Is for Boys by Robb Pearlman
A stereotype-busting story that shows children that they can be whatever they want to be – whether it is playing baseball, trying on different colored clothes, or liking unicorns. A good book to provoke discussion and help children develop a sense of empathy and acceptance.
Diverse
Tiger vs. Nightmare by Emily Tetri
Tiger has a monster that lives under the bed. But this is no ordinary monster – each night it scares aways any nightmares so Tiger can get some sleep. But one day there’s a nightmare too big to scare away. Will Tiger and Monster be able to summon enough courage to overcome the nightmare? An ultimately uplifting and inspiring bedtime story.
Bedtime story
The Way Home in the Night by Akiko Miyakoshi
An atmospheric picture book that’s full of awe and wonder. A young bunny wonders what goes on in the world of night and embarks on an imaginative journey. A great book to spark story ideas in kindergarten classes.
Animal story
The Seven Silly Eaters by Mary Ann Hoberman
When a busy mother has seven children who each want something different to eat all sorts of chaos ensues in funny rhyming verse. A great story to sensitively suggest to children that fussy eating has downsides.
Classic
Ish by Peter H. Reynolds
Ramon loves to draw, but when one insensitive comment by his older brother threatens to destroy his confidence, his sister Marisol opens his eyes to see problems and obstacles in a new light. An inspirational book, and one that is ideal to read to reluctant and unsure children.
Family
Good Night, Gorilla by Peggy Rathmann
As the zookeeper says goodnight to each animal at bedtime, someone or something very furry and very naughty is following him, with a set of keys. A riotously funny bedtime story with lots of clever visual cues and wordplay repetition.
Classic
Steam Train, Dream Train by Sherri Duskey Rinker
In this colorful picture book for emerging readers, each car on the train is boarded by a different animal, and each animal fills the car with more and more unlikely and amusing luggage and cargo. A great story to encourage children in grade K to read independently.
Rhyming
Goodnight Already! by Jory John
When all exhausted Bear wants to do is go to sleep after a long day, his over-enthusiastic neighbor, Duck won’t stop trying to talk to him. A very funny picture book that helps teach children to respect boundaries and be careful not to annoy others.
Bedtime story
Jabari Jumps by Gaia Cornwall
A visually engaging story that teaches young readers to overcome fears and realize goals. When Jabari thinks he’s ready to jump off the diving board, suddenly doubts begin to form. Fortunately, his father is on hand to inspire courage.
Diverse
Wolf in the Snow by Matthew Cordell
When a girl walking home from school and a lost wolf cub get caught in a white-out, they both help each other to find the way back home. The lyrical storytelling and atmospheric artwork will inspire children to imagine the situation for themselves.
Animal story
Over the Hills and Far Away: A Treasury of Nursery Rhymes by Elizabeth Hammill
A wonderful collection of beautifully illustrated traditional nursery rhymes, collected from a diverse range of cultures around the world. A great classroom resource for kindergarten.
Nursery rhymes
The Doctor with an Eye for Eyes: The Story of Dr. Patricia Bath by Julia Finley Mosca
An award-winning and inspirational story, telling the life of Dr. Patricia Bath who achieved her life’s dreams despite her difficult start in life. Fighting injustices, her determination, and courage shine through in this illustrated biography written in rhyme.
Biography
Finding Winnie: The True Story of the World’s Most Famous Bear by Lindsay Mattick
When WW1 vet Harry Colebourn helps rescue a young bear, he decides to name her after his hometown – Winnipeg. The story follows Winnie’s amazing journey around the world to London Zoo which later inspired the famous book Winnie-the-Pooh. An enthralling read.
Narrative non fiction
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25 Best Kindergarten Books To Read: Complete List For Teachers
The best kindergarten books to read aloud and by oneself can range widely from fictional tales to books with interesting facts. While students may have preferences in terms of what genre they love, you can encourage them to expand their reading horizons by introducing them to a diverse range of books.
To start with, you can reference a reading framework to measure your student’s reading level, such as the Lexile score, and add books from those levels to your class library or reading list. Books that meet your students’ reading level can help foster a love for reading as they gain confidence in their reading ability.
We’ve compiled a list of our favorite books that are perfect for kindergarten readers. You can open a chapter from any of these books and let your kindergarteners immerse themselves in these new worlds. While many of these have unique stories, they are all designed to teach students valuable lessons such as courage, determination, hard work, and leadership.
The 25 Best Kindergarten Books To ReadReading can bring immense joy to young readers as they explore new worlds and discover new ways of thinking. You can introduce a wide range of books that can be relevant to their experiences and give them a sense of direction in their reading journeys. The books to read to kindergarten students are the ones that they can remember for years.
1. Waiting Is Not Easy by Mo WillemsThis storybook for kindergarten children revolves around the dynamics of Gerald and Piggie, and their approach to asking for things. While one is patient, the other is demanding, making their friendship unique and full of twists and turns.
Category – Humor, Fiction
Takeaways – The simplicity of waiting rather than throwing a tantrum
Special Note – You can role play as the characters and speak aloud sentences for maximum engagement.
2. If You Take a Mouse to School by Laura Joffe NumeroffThis engaging tale of the mouse talks about what happens if you take a mouse to school. It teaches cause and effect while exploring everything that waits for the boy and the mouse at school. It is one of the best books to read in kindergarten to instill equal parts confidence and empathy.
Category – Fiction
Takeaways – Courage and kindness go a long way
Special Note – This book is perfect for kids that may feel anxious on their first day of school
3. Firebird by Misty CopelandMisty Copeland, the distinguished ballet performer for the American Ballet Theater, takes young readers on a journey to reaching the stars. She describes a blueprint for young girls to strengthen their faith in themselves while becoming as fearless as the Firebird.
Category – Fiction
Takeaways – The rewards of hard work shine through
Special Note – The book can be used as a guide on achieving long-term goals for kids
Related Reading: Popular Nonfiction Books for Kids to Read & Cherish4. I Am Enough by Grace Byers
It is a great book to read in kindergarten and practice reading aloud in class, as it empowers young women around the world to strengthen their self-esteem. “Like the trees, I’m here to grow. Like the mountains, here to stand”.
Category – Fiction
Takeaways – Kindness and self-esteem will take you everywhere
Special Note – The book is excellent for young girls to explore their inner gifts
5. The Maggie B by Irene HaasOne of the best books for kindergarten readers, The Maggie B is a tale of a young girl who goes on a magical adventure. It focuses on the power of courage and adventure-seeking when you face the unknown.
Category – Classic
Takeaways – Leadership in times of adventure is essential.
Special Note – You can use the illustrations in the book as a guide to the text.
6. May I Bring a Friend? By Beatrice Schenk de RegniersThis classic kindergartener book revolves around a child who is invited by royalty to tea. It is a visual masterpiece in its design and has lessons that children can use for years. You can start by exploring the underlying themes within the book.
Category – Classics
Takeaways – Humility, compassion, and kindness are traits all kids should imbibe
Special Note – You can sing aloud the rhyming sentences in the class
7. Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice SendakAnother classic tale for kindergarten children, the book focuses on how anger can impact our own sense of wellness and affects those around us. Max wears a wolf suit and causes chaos within his home and his surroundings, eventually going outwards to seek the wild.
Category – Picture book, Classics
Takeaways – The role of anger in the lives of young kids
Special Note – You can focus on teaching the importance of empathy and compassion
8. Yo! Yes? by Chris RaschkaThe book focuses on how easy it is to make friendships that can last a lifetime. Cultural differences can be overcome through friendship, showcasing the power of understanding, compassion, and kindness.
Category – Picture book
Takeaways – Similarities and differences between cultures are explored in a simple way
Special Note – You can role-play the characters in the book for maximum impact
9. Cleversticks by Bernard AshleyThis book for kindergarten readers explores how each child can do something special in their field of interest and become better at it. It talks about how school can be a place of magical adventures, where each child can find something unique to focus on.
Category – Picture book
Takeaways – It focuses on how struggles can be overcome to achieve success
Special Note – Groups can be given different tasks to help them grow
10. David Goes to School by David ShannonYoung David causes havoc in this tale, disobeying instructions, being noisy, and writing on desks. David then realizes the importance of being a part of a community and starts to change his behavior to fit in with everyone else.
Category – Fiction
Takeaways – David’s transformation can be an example for all kids
Special Note – You can introduce this book when kids are being unruly and rude in class
11. How Do Dinosaurs Go to School? by Jane YolenThe storybook for kindergarten children describes the journeys of dinosaurs as they enter their first year of school. It reflects many of the emotions that kids feel when they start school and leaves children with a sense of courage, hope, and perseverance.
Category – Picture book
Takeaways – The book’s humorous takes on everyday school activities can help kids adjust to school
Special Note – You can read aloud certain sections with dinosaur sounds
12. Swashby and the Sea by Beth FerryCaptain Swashby’s journey to opening up and being friends with his new neighbors is a relatable theme that all kids can enjoy reading. The role of friendship, family, and compassion are explored in this classic tale.
Category – Classic
Takeaways – By focusing on compassion, the tale connects generations with a common theme
Special Note – The book is great to explore phonics, sight words, etc.
13. Out the Door by Christy HaleOut the Door focuses on a child’s journey from their home to school. It helps kids become more independent, courageous, and resilient as they traverse busy streets, crowded places, and confusing intersections.
Category – Classic, Picture book
Takeaways – The book’s empowerment theme resonates with young readers
Special Note – You can be descriptive about the visuals in the book when exploring themes
14. T. Rexes Can’t Tie Their Shoes by Anna LazowskiThe book revolves around the challenges that different animals face when doing everyday things. It shows strength, perseverance, and grit when animals continue to try things that they are not good at. It’s a light and casual read that will have children hooked, and kindergarten books to read can be for fun and pastime, too.
Category – Funny
Takeaways – Kids should always try their best and focus on improving their skills
Special Note – You can emphasize how different characters in the book refuse to give up
Related Reading: How Phonological Awareness Helps Kids Develop Early Reading & Writing Skills15. Thank You, Omu! by Oge Mora
One of the best books for kindergarten students – Thank you Omu! focuses on how generosity is reciprocated multiple times. The gifts given by the lady were impactful to her community, leading the community to give her gifts in return.
Category – Picture book
Takeaways – The gift of giving is a key theme underlying the narrative
Special Note – You can talk about similar themes in kids’ everyday lives and how giving feels good
16. All Are Welcome by Alexandra PenfoldThis New York Times bestseller talks about how everyone is welcome in school and how everyone can explore their interests equally. It goes into more detail on how large-scale communities are built through diverse ideas, cultures, and backgrounds.
Category – Fiction, Picture book
Takeaways – Diversity is a key theme in the book, which is a great lesson for kids
Special Note – You can give real-life examples of how diversity benefits different jobs, industries, countries, etc.
17. Wemberly Worried by Kevin HenkesWemberly is always worried about getting hurt, falling ill, and other hypothetical situations. You can unpack the demerits of constantly worrying and how the world can be a joyful place to meet new people and do new things.
Category – Fiction
Takeaways – The role of fear and courage are expressed in this book
Special Note – You can alleviate the fear of school by reading snippets from this book
18. Kindergarten Rocks! by Katie DavisThe book Kindergarten Rocks! is a timeless classic that covers ground on how kids may feel when starting kindergarten. The feelings of anxiousness, fear of the unknown, and social nervousness, are described through illustrations and rich narratives.
Category – Classic, Picture book
Takeaways – The book focuses on early anxiousness when starting kindergarten
Special Note – You can make your students feel at ease with this one
19. The Three Little Fish and the Big Bad Shark by Ken GeistThis feel-good adventure of fish and sharks takes students through the deeply engaging journey of young adults and how they face multiple challenges as they grow older. The shark follows the little fish everywhere and eventually gives up, with the fish living happily ever after.
Category – Picture book
Takeaways – This book focuses on the value of trying to find a way
Special Note – Kids can learn about how helping each other out is important for all animals
20. What Does It Mean to be Kind? by Rana DiOrioThe book captures what it takes to be kind and how one can transform an entire community through kindness. The impact of kindness and how it can spread to other people is also a key theme explored in the book.
Category – Picture book
Takeaways – The value of kindness and how it can evolve thought is a critical theme
Special Note – You can leverage the book to introduce empathy as a concept in class
21. I Don’t Want to Be a Frog by Dev PettyThe immersive and illustrative book features a young frog who wants to change who he is because he doesn’t like himself any longer. The book focuses on the dynamics of nature, self-acceptance, and appreciation for differences in people.
Category – Picture book
Takeaways – A fun adventure narrative that empowers kids to be themselves
Special Note – You can use toys and props when reading along
22. What Color Is Night? by Grant SniderIf you’re looking for metaphor-rich and adventurous kindergarten books to read, this book takes readers on a journey into the night. The vivid descriptions of how the world changes at night captivate even the youngest readers, making this a must-read for students.
Category – Picture book
Takeaways – The night evolves into darkness, with a bright cloud always around the corner
Special Note – You can use this book as a reference guide to art class as well
23. Locomotive by Brian FlocaThe book takes children on an adventure across the country, through the fascinating means of transportation at the time – trains! Many of the intricacies of locomotives are explored through a fictional tale that captures the attention immediately.
Category – Historical Fiction, Picture book
Takeaways – The advancement of technology and culture are a key area of exploration in the book.
Special Note – This is a great book for kindergarten students when introducing American history.
24. Bach to the Rescue by Tom AnglebergerAn interesting tale of how Bach could have invented some of the most brilliant pieces of music, the book extracts from the composer’s journey and simplifies it for younger audiences. You can read this book aloud and introduce concepts such as confidence, perseverance, hard work, etc.
Category – Historical Fiction, Picture book
Takeaways – The challenges that a young Bach faced can be inspirational for younger generations.
Special Note – You can introduce this book as a precursor to the evolution of music worldwide.
25. A Picture Book of Harriet Tubman by David A. AdlerHarriet Tubman’s inspiring journey is captured visually through the book, sharing accounts of her heroic deeds in a manner that is readable by younger children. Her courage, determination, and grit are expressed throughout the passages, serving as a great example for kids.
Category – History
Takeaways – The book focuses on her journey and highlights her courage when facing challenges.
Special Note – The book can serve as a guide on building inner strength among younger children.
Related Reading: How to Teach Reading to Kids: Best Strategies for ParentsFrequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I know if a book is right for my kindergarten students?
A key factor in knowing if a book is suitable for your students, apart from reading levels, is to gauge engagement. If your class is drifting away or showing a lack of concentration, it is ideal to try another book.
What is the reading level of a 5-year-old kindergartner?
Level-A reading and basic Lexile-Band reading are generally regarded as the appropriate categories of leveled reading books for kindergarten students. At this level, illustrations are present at regular intervals to help the reader figure out where the story is heading. Sentences in leveld books are usually repetitive. using only one or two syllable words, making them the best books to read for kindergarten.
What genre of books is ideal for kindergarten kids?
There is no single genre that is right for kids. However, it is essential to diversify when it comes to reading. Historical novels, comedic books, classic tales, and picture books should be used throughout the year. You can also get them kindergarten books to read online so they can access multiple genres.
7 books about kindergarten: for children and even for parents
Will you take your child to kindergarten for the first time? There is still more than a month until September - a lot of time to prepare (for both him and you). And these books will help - understandable, funny and extremely useful.
"Little Theo Goes to Kindergarten" by Suzanne Gölich
A cute picture book that will do a great job preparing your child for the first trip to kindergarten. Koala Theo also goes there for the first time and is very worried, so much so that even his favorite teddy bear gets sick - but everything will be fine. And funny stories from the life of kindergarteners will inspire anyone to quickly go in search of new friends. nine0003
“No way!”, Beatrice Alemagna
The bat Pascalina doesn’t want to go to kindergarten for anything – and she tells everyone so. And it turns out that this one has her "no way!" magical effect: parents get smaller and smaller and... go to the garden with their naughty daughter. What will come of this? It's better for you to find out for yourself. But there is a small spoiler: by the end of the first day, Pascalina will realize that without parents, kindergarten would be much more interesting.
How Papa Became Little, Lars Mäle
Similar plot: Tina has to go to kindergarten with her dad, and not with an adult and serious, but with a small and mischievous one. That's more entertainment! Well, what to do: dad thought so, the wish came true, and Tina has to put up with it. An instructive story for children and parents - situations familiar to everyone, but not through the eyes of an adult, but through the eyes of a child. Believe me, you will have something to discuss with the future kindergartener.
Kindergarten on Wheels. Middle group, Zulya Stadnik
The second book in the Kindergarten on Wheels series. In fact, the author wrote stories for her daughter Solka - she has already grown up, but she asks for continuation. The excavator Klusha and the engine Shpunchik have grown up and now go to the middle group. They still listen to instructive tales that the strict but caring nanny Kerosin Benzinovich reads to them, draw fruits, play a lot and, of course, cannot resist pranks. Not exactly an instruction for survival in kindergarten, but an introduction to the topic - for sure. nine0003
“The Kindergarten of My Dreams”,
Kseniya Valakhanovych
A collection of poems by the famous children's poetess Kseniya Valakhanovych, dedicated to kindergarten everyday life. The recipe for poems is simple: funny stories from the lives of kids, a play on words, a good portion of humor, mastery of form and, of course, love for children in every line.
“Anna will go to kindergarten tomorrow”, Maya Bessonova
Anya goes to kindergarten and learns to live by new rules, make friends, be independent and… do without her parents. The book was written by a mother of many children and an experienced teacher Maya Bessonova, and, in fact, this is a guide to adapting to kindergarten, not only in the form of instructive advice, but in the form of touching children's stories about the first days in the garden. We read and prepare together for the first, most difficult week. nine0003
"Lazy Mom's Babies in Kindergarten", Anna Bykova
As Anna says, she wrote this book because she herself at one time really lacked such literature. How is the adaptation of the child in kindergarten? Why is he crying? What can you do to stop crying? How to relieve your anxiety and how does it affect the condition of the child? Answers to all these questions — and a million more like them — under one cover.
"A book in the lives of children" - My kindergarten
Prepared by the teacher Agafonova Lyudmila Mikhailovna Municipal budgetary preschool educational institution kindergarten No. 33 "Svetlyachok", Rostov region, Yegorlyksky district, st.Egorlykskaya. nine0003
A book is an integral part of a child's upbringing. With its help, he will be able to find answers to his questions, to know the world and himself, to experience the stories of heroes, to fantasize the development of further events of a particular work.
Reading for children should become a daily habit, a necessity. By reading together, you open an interesting and colorful literary world for your child. And remember, in such a simple way you give your child a huge amount of happiness and love. nine0003
The book is the educator of human souls. The kid is growing, which means that every day more and more new experiences await him, he actively explores the world and makes many discoveries. He receives more and more diverse information he needs for further correct physical, mental and mental development. Children receive new knowledge from the people around them, primarily from their parents, as well as from books.
It's no secret that today's children read little, preferring books to watching TV programs and videos, computer films. This sad reality should make us parents think and try to fix things somehow. nine0003
From a young age, babies need to read as many books as possible. It is very important that he loves this activity. The book may be of interest to both boys and girls, the main thing is to find an option that the child will like.
Scientists have established that a child who is systematically read to accumulates a rich vocabulary.
Reading with the mother, the child actively develops imagination and memory.
It is reading that performs not only cognitive, aesthetic, but also educational function. Therefore, parents need to read books to their children from early childhood. The variety of children's books is surprising, but not always pleasing. It is important to remember that in any book, including children's, the most important thing is the content. nine0003
Recommendations for purchasing literature:
In children 4-5 years old, vocabulary is activated, coherent speech is developing
. When reading literary works to a child, you need to pay attention to individual words and expressions. You can learn to retell short texts of Russian folk tales. Slowly start memorizing the poems.
At this age, children can be introduced to fairy tales by foreign authors, heroic folk tales, stories about nature and animals, and the work of K. Chukovsky. nine0003
For children aged 6-7, among all genres of fiction, fairy tales are still in the first place, only author's ones are added to folk ones. Therefore, they can be introduced to the work of Eduard Uspensky, with the funny stories of N. Nosov.
Children aged 6-7 should buy bright books with large print and many beautiful pictures, the plot of the book should be interesting so that the child wants to read to the end. A book at that age should be fun. When choosing a book, pay attention to the number of dialogues in the works, because you can read by roles. nine0003
In order for a child to love a book, parents need to work hard.
Tips for parents.
- Talk about the value of the book more often;
- Cultivate a respect for the book by displaying your family's book heirlooms;
- You are the main example for the child, and if you want your child to read, then it is worth spending some time with the book too;
- Visit the library, bookstores together;
- Buy books that are bright in design and interesting in content; nine0070
- Rejoice in your child's successes, but don't focus on mistakes;
- Discuss the book you have read among family members;
- Tell your child about the author of the book you read;
- Have family readings more often.
Ten "why" children need to read books.
- Thanks to reading, the child's speech develops and his vocabulary increases, the book teaches the little person to express his thoughts and understand what other people say. nine0070
- Reading develops thinking. From books, the child learns abstract concepts and expands the horizons of his world. The book explains life to him and helps to see the connection of one phenomenon with another.
- Working with a book stimulates creative imagination, allows imagination to work and teaches children to think in images.
- Reading develops cognitive interests and broadens one's horizons. From books and periodicals, the child learns about other countries and other ways of life, about nature, technology, history and everything that interests him. nine0070
- Books help a child to know himself. It is very important for self-esteem to know that other people think, feel and react in the same way as he does.
- Books help children understand others.