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Many parents would like to know what are
"good" books to read to their children or what they could bring home
for their older children to read. Everyone has their own opinion as to
what constitutes a good book. Your children may have some decided opinions of
their own.
The library has some very good reference books
to help adults select books for children. Some are on the "Parent's
Shelf" and can be checked out. Some are in the reference section and must
be used here. You will also find other references that recommend books for
children with special needs, such as books for the disabled, the gifted, etc.
The library also subscribes to several magazines that are of interest to anyone
who likes children's literature. Past issues are kept on file.
Don't forget that everyone who works in the
children's department will be glad to recommend books for your children. We
love to talk about books!
Hannah Owen, Youth Services
Librarian
Parents'
Shelf Materials
Reference
Materials
Magazines
Babies Need
Books, by Butler. J010 But
A wonderful book to reinforce the notion that you are your baby's most
important teacher!! We do not own some of the more ephemeral books she
recommends for very small children, but others can be substituted: it's
her IDEAS that count! |
Choosing Books
For Children: A Commonsense Guide,by
Hearne. J011 HEA
One of my favorite books. Author is a librarian and mother. Lists of
recommended books for children of all ages. Very readable, not an
intellectual treatise. We own nearly all of her recommendations. |
Choosing Books
for Kids: Choosing the Right Book for the Right Child at the Right Time,by
Oppenheim, Brenner and Boegehold. J010 OPP
Lists by ages: over 1500 reviews. We own most of them. Many
ideas for encouraging your children including reluctant readers to enjoy
books. Also includes a list of "classic" children's books. |
Honey For a
Child's Heart,by Gladys Hunt
J011.62 HUN
Emphasizes the use of books to develop a wholesome family life which
is Christian faith oriented. Excellent book recommendations. |
Let's Hear It
For the Girls,by Erica Bauermeister
& Holly Smith J016.8088 BAU
"375 great books for readers 2-14" |
The New
Read-Aloud Handbook,by Trelease.
J372.6 TRE.
Well-known and popular, this book tells you why it is so important to
read aloud to your children, and recommends some very good books (which we
own). |
BOOKS IN
CHILDREN'S REFERENCE SECTION
A To Zoo:
Subject Access To Children's Picture Books,by
Lima J-REF 011.62 LIM.
Picture books arranged by subject, author, illustrator. 12,000 titles
(fiction and non-fiction). One of the most respected bibliographies. |
Best Books for
Children,by Gillespie and Naden.
J-REF 011.62 GIL.
Arranged by grade level, subject, title, author. Each book has a brief
annotation. An excellent source when you need to know what is available on
a particular subject. You will find that we have most of the books
recommended. |
Books Kids Will
Sit Still For; The Complete Read-Aloud Guide,by
Freeman. J-REF 011.62 FRE
In my opinion the best resource we own.
Annotations of 2,117 titles by grade level. Also some chapters on the hows
and whys of reading aloud: the very best information
on the subject I have ever seen. She also has a second volume: More
Books Kids Will Sit Still For J-REF 028.1 FRE with more great
suggestions. |
Books For
Children to Read Alone, a Guide for Parents and Librarians,by
Wilson. J-REF 011.62 WIL
Annotated guide of 350 titles recommended for readers ages 5 to 8.
Divided into seven chapters according to half-year "readability
index", starting with "wordless" books and books for very
beginning readers through books for the second half of grade three. Lists
books that are part of a series. This is an excellent resource for this
very important stage and you will find nearly every book it recommends on
our shelves. |
Children's
Classics,by Jordan. J-REF 028.52 JOR
This skinny book is the answer to a very frequently asked question:
which are the classics my children should read? Includes recommended
editions. By the very well-respected authority, The Horn Book
Magazine. |
Parent's Guide
to the Best Books for Children,by The
New York Times.J-REF 011 LIP
Some factual errors, but in general a very good source. Indexes by
author, etc. but also by types such as alphabet books, dinosaur books,
winners of various awards, etc. We have nearly all of the recommendations. |
Picture Books
for Children, Cianciolo. J-REF 011.62
CIA
Annotations of recent books divided by several general categories:
"Me and My Family," etc. A very professorial type book, but much
valuable information. |
Children' Books
in Print, Subject Guide to Children's Books in Print,by
Bowker. (New one received each year)
All books currently available from publishers. No annotations, just
author, title, subject, illustrator, price. Useful if your child likes a
particular author, and you want to find out what else is available. |
MAGAZINES
(hard copies kept forever and
indexed on UMI Proquest)
The Horn Book
Magazine.
One of the oldest and most reputable reviewers of children's books.
Numbers of reviews are limited, but usually all books recommended are
great. Also, very rich and entertaining articles by authors, illustrators,
critics, booksellers, etc. Every year includes the Newbery and Caldecott
Medal winners' acceptance speeches. |
School Library
Journal.
Source of book reviews and some good articles on subjects of interest
to people interested in children and children's literature. Since the
reviewers are practicing librarians, I think the reviews are usually right
on target. |
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