Great Book Lenses

These lenses are all about a particular children's book.

The Very Hungry Caterpillar

This book has the ability to engage young children in reading, to get them excited, with beautiful albeit simple artwork.  While teaching of sequencing, nutrition, and moderation, not to mention where butterflies come from, The Very Hungry Cater...

THE THREE SNOW BEARS by Jan Brett

The Three Snow Bears, written by Jan BrettIs a refreshing remake of Goldilocks And The Three Bears. I don't know how anyone could possibly improve on this famous children's bed time story, but the truth is that Jan has done exactly that. This childre...

On The Night You Were Born by Nancy Tillman

The most special day to every parent is that day when their own unique little child is born into this world. It is a day of wonder and amazement, a very unique day unlike any other in their life. On this special day, to them alone, has this little pr...

Goodnight Moon :: A Bedtime Favorite

This book is one that every child must have. It's simple and accessible story is great for any child. Here I am in this room, these are the things around me, I am comfortable and safe here, and it is time for bed. This is the type of story kids want...

How Do Dinosaurs Say Good Night by Jane Yolen

How Do Dinosaurs Say Good Night Written by Jane Yolen and beautifully illustrated by Mark Teague, is but one of the many great children's literary works of Jane Yolen. I love using How Do Dinosaurs Say Good Night as a read aloud in my classroom becau...

Featured Lensmasters

Here are some of the lens masters that think getting kids reading is one of the most important goals we can have.

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Lenses to Help Get Kids Reading

Have you created a lens that has a focus on children's reading? If so, join the group, submit your lens and be displayed as one of our featured lenses.

Motivating Reluctant Readers

In a time when children are becoming increasingly savy about how they spend their time it can be really hard to get children to pick up a book. The long term implications of this are not to be underestimated, reading is a life long skill that we use...

Just fun kids stuff

This is a selection of useful things for families with infants. Of course many of these links are also useful for expectant parents and baby shower gifts too!

Resources for Remedial Reading

Have you been seeing the scary statistics?  Nearly 1/3 of US students don't graduate from high school.  Of the graduates, another third cannot read and write adequately to keep up with the demands of college and adult life.  We've GOT...

FREE Reading Help

Do you want to read better?  I can help!  Leave me a note because I can help up to two students for FREE!  Just sign the Guest Book below if you want help. *********** I have been doing online reading tutoring for over ten years, and I c...

Beginning Readers

The first time my daughter read a book to me I was so excited and proud. Granted, it was only 9 pages long with 1-4 words on each page, but it was such an accomplishment for my just turned 5 year old. This lens offers wonderful book ideas for beginn...

Fresh lenses to get kids reading

These lenses are the newest additions to our ever growing group.

Through Moon And Stars And Night Skies by Ann Turner, How Do Dinosaurs Say Good Night by Jane Yolen, On The Night You Were Born by Nancy Tillman, THE THREE SNOW BEARS by Jan Brett, Shakespeare for Children

More Great Book Lenses

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom

This bright and colorful book uses rhythm and simple words in a way that will have your child excited by the book, participating in its reading, and perhaps even reciting its chant when the book is out of sight. This is a classic and a must-have for...

Through Moon And Stars And Night Skies by Ann Turner

Through Moon and Stars and Night Skies written by award winning author Ann Turner is a wonderful story about a little child in a far away land who has no home, no mamma, no papa, and who is all alone in an orphanage. On one hope filled day, the littl...

Where The Wild Things Are

This classic in American Children's Literature, by Maurice Sendak, was awarded the Caldecott Medal in 1964. It is a book that millions of children have enjoyed, focusing on the consequences of a little boy's mischief, both real and fantasy. With imag...

Junie B. Jones

The first Junie B. Jones book was published in July 1992. Since that time, Barbara Park has written a total of twenty-seven Junie B. books and sold more than 43 million copies! Ms. Park is considered one of today’s funniest children's authors....

Welcome to Get Kids Reading

Get kids reading would like to welcome these new lensmasters to our group.

Mortira, Evelyn_Saenz, tandemonimom, Teddi14, slotowngal

Authors of Great Literature for Children

The power that an author has to engage a child in reading should not be underestimated. Often children will find a particular author compelling and actively seek out their other works.

The Magnificant World Of Roald Dahl

The Magnificent Roald Dahl couldn't be more of an understatement for this true magician of words. For decades his stories have captivated children from 5 to 95. His creativity is not to be underestimated and the love of reading that his work has fost...

Shakespeare for Children

When should students first be exposed to the world famous works of William Shakespeare? Should it be during high school or college years? Isn't it true that Shakespeare is inaccessible for most modern readers and certainly for all children? No, not...

The Worlds of Enid Blyton

Enid Blyton was one of my favourite authors as a child. She wrote a huge amount of childrens books across a wide range of genres from fantasy, through adventure to boarding school stories. Her books are underestimated and while it...

Robert Munsch

Robert Munsch was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on June 11, 1945. Munsch is well known for creative storytelling and animated expressions and voices. Robert Munsch performs at schools and festivals, often unannounced. Robert Munsch is the highest...

Books Featured in Lenses

Some of the lenses in Get Kids reading are focused on a particular book. Here are some of the books featured. Please vote for your favourites

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The Cat in the Hat by Dr. Seuss

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The Very Hungry Caterpillar board book by Eric Carle

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This Very Hungry Caterpillar will eat it's way through the pages, straight into your child's heart! Author: Eric Carle Illustrator: Eric Carle Publisher: Penguin Putnam1 point

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How Do Dinosaurs Say Goodnight? by Jane Yolen

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What if a dinosaur catches the flu?Does he whimper and whine between each "At-choo"?Does he drop dirty tissues all over the floor?Does he fling his medicine out of the door? Just like kids, little dinosaurs hate being sick. And going to the doctor can be pretty scary. How DO dinosaurs get well soon? They drink lots of juice, and they get lots of rest; they're good at the doctor's, 'cause doctors know best. As in their first dinosaur book, Yolen and Teague capture children's fears about being sic...0 points

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Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak

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The 1964 Caldecott Medal Winner for the Most Distinguished Picture Book of the Year by Maurice Sendak. Brian O'Doherty of The New York Times said the Mr. Sendak's work "disguised in fantasy, springs from his earliest self, from the vagrant child that lurks in the heart of all of us."0 points

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Horton Hears A Who! (Classic Seuss) by Dr. Seuss

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Illus. in color. Horton, the lovable elephant, tries to protect tiny creatures on a speck of dust. An easy reader with delightful verse and pictures.  0 points

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Junie B. Jones's First Boxed Set Ever! (Books 1-4) by Barbara Park

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Junie B. Jones's First Boxed Set Ever!

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On the Night You Were Born by Nancy Tillman

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On the Night You Were Born is a beautiful and poignant celebration of the birthand worthof every child. Destined to become an enduring classic.0 points

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Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown

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In a great green room, tucked away in bed, is a little bunny. "Goodnight room, goodnight moon." And to all the familiar things in the softly lit room--to the picture of the three little bears sitting in chairs, to the clocks and his socks, to the mittens and the kittens, to everything one by one--he says goodnight.

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The Three Snow Bears

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Aloo-ki glances up from fishing and sees her sled dogs floating off on an ice floe. She races after them and comes upon an igloo. Being a curious girl, she goes inside only to find no one home. That's because the polar bear family who lives there is out walking while their breakfast cools off. Aloo-ki eats some soup, tries on their boots, and finally crawls into the smallest bed for a nap. Meanwhile, Papa, Mama, and Baby Bear see her dogs adrift, swim out to rescue them and return home to f...0 points

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Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martin Jr., John Archambault

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This silly rhyme book will throw kids into fits of laughter as they start to learn their ABCs. Author: Bill Martin Jr. & John Archambault Illustrator: Lois Ehlert Publisher: Simon & Schuster0 points

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Where the Sidwalk Ends by Shel Silverstein

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Through Moon and Stars and Night Skies (Reading Rainbow Book) by Ann Turner

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A little boy living in a distant country is lonely. He needs a bed of his own, a room of his own, a house of his own -- and most of all, a momma and poppa of his own. But he must travel far to get them. He must fly for a day and a night through blue skies and clouds and stars before he comes to a place he can call home... with his loving new adopted family.

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Teaching Units

These are great lenses for teachers and home-school parents. They provide ideas, including literature, for units on a given topic. These lenses have great ideas for books you can give your child if they are just interested in one topic and refuse to...

Bluebirds of the Meadow

Summer nears and the bluebirds start nesting along the fenceline. The children are fascinated with the way they fly back and forth to build their nests. They become the focus of our next Unit Study, Bluebirds of the Meadow. As your little bluebirds...

River Otters: Playful Friends of the Woodlands!

Learn about River Otters through games and hands-on learning centers. Decorate you classroom with a Woodlands Riverbank Theme. Learn the habits of River Otters, the food they eat and how they raise their young. You will find suggestions for both fic...

Woodchucks Under the Porch

Woodchucks chuck wood and Groundhogs determine the coming of spring. They eat your garden, dig holes under the porch but look adorable when they are first born and start to venture out of their dens. Watching the woodchuck babies venturing out from...

Lemmings: Falling into the Sea of Knowledge

When the winds start to howl and the snow begins to blow you can capture your student's attention with this innovative Arctic Unit Study focusing on lemmings. Your little lemmings will be excited to learn with a theme that includes little furry crea...

Frog Unit Study: Hopping to Learn

Take trips to the frog pond, play games and sing songs, gobble up the insect words and swat the fly verbs. Children will remember these lessons that allow them to manipulate objects and preferably get a little dirty in the process. This lens will g...

Still More Great Book Lenses

Nine Princesses Chapter Book Series

This lens is devoted to The Nine Princesses Website, where girls can read princess stories, enjoy princess activities, print out princesses to color, and shop for princess t-shirts and gifts! Young girls and older girls have enjoyed the wonderful sto...

Dr. Seuss Childrens Book Author Cartoonist

Read about Dr. Seuss author of the books found in most preschool age home library. Timeless reading for the younger reader. From print to DVD's Dr. Seuss has been entertaining both young and old for many years. Find great bargains on Amazon and eBay...

Horton Hears A Who

Horton Hears a Who is coming to the big screen. Featuring the voices of Jim Carrey and Steve Carell. Lovable Horton the Elephant hears tiny voices on a tiny speck and risks his life to save the residents of Whoville.

Get Kids Reading

Reading is such an important skill, it is absolutely vital that children are able to master it effectively. What are your thoughts on how to get kids reading?