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Books, Books, Books

What better love can you give children than the love of reading? Before they can read they can learn to love having books read to them. This is the best way to open a world of adventure and learning. If a child loves to read when they enter school (although at that time they may not actually be reading) they will like school.

In the United States, maybe other countries too, most children have way more toys than they need. But, how many of those same children don't have a bookshelf they can access. If there are a few books in the house they are put up to "keep them nice". Books should be available for the children to pick up when they want a little quiet time. They will look at the pictures, tell their own story, or 'read' it to a younger sibling.

Great books for a summer read -

for those young but growing older or the young at heart.

Tyne O'Connell is a very talented author who has set three books in her all girls boarding school. Now she doesn't say if these were her experiences but we can only imagine.

"Stealing Princes", "Pulling Princes", and "Dueling Princes" highlight the high school years of Calypso Kelly who was an American teenager finding herself in a British All-girls boarding school. The humor comes from some cultural differences, some just growning up, and some some of Calypso's imagination.

These are fantastic books to keep imaginative minds busy and wanting to read even more. Great for poolside, in the shade of a nice tree, or chilling out in the air conditioning.

Reading connects the Generations 

Pop-UP and Pull tab Books a Lasting Favorite

Some specialty books need supervision or older fingers.

I have found that Pop-Up or Pull-tab books that let the story have some action can be very exciting. I have learned that you don't put these down in the book basket available at all times for toddlers. My sweet Grandaughter went through a stage of trying to see how they work - she pulled out many pages very quietly sitting in a corner before we realized what she was doing.

One example of a Pull-tab, Pop-Up book that we love is "The Honeybee and the Robber" by Eric Carle. This book has a special paper engineering team of James Roger Diaz, Tor Lokvig, and John Strejan. It takes much more effort than just a two dimentional book.

This book is a favorite for my Grandchildren because their 'BeePaw' has a hive of bees and the older - a grandson- has gotten to watch him work with the bees. He even has his own 'bee hat' now so he can help. Each page of this book as an action component. Al the while it is teaching valuable information about the life of honey bees. Mr. Carle follows the illustrated story with a couple pages with expanded facts and references each page with that information. It is a great book for all ages.

When was your last visit to your public library?

A good habit for all children - Visit the library often.

A Chill has set in - is Winter back?

That really isn't the case. When the temperature have been in the 90's for a few days, the mid 60's can seem quite cool. Makes a person want to snuggle back in and hit the snooze button. Once up, a good book and wrapped up in an afgan on the sofa seems inviting. Along that vain I have found 3 of the best websites that I want to share with you.

These are sites that are geared to getting kids excited about reading. guysread.com is truly for guys, young and old. Encourages them to find new books, tell others about their favorite book, and interact. The special thing - it is all guys, just for guys. The books have lots of adventure and action.

The second site is bookadventure.com. It is created by Sylvan Learning. The good part is you don't have to be a Sylvan customer to use their reading list or interactive games. They even provide certificates for you to use as a reading program reward. Nothing better to get kids reading than a little incentive. The games and book selection have a wide range in subject and age.

The third site is teenreads.com and as I see it is geared toward teen girls. Really an age that sometimes is a challenge to find interesting but appropriate books. Teenreads.com offers contests, free things, reviews and a chance for the teens to get in on doing reviews. I find it a very inspiring site.

It will warm up, actually it will get hot and we will wish for these cool days. You know, most of us are very hard to satisfy. Then you can take that good book to the beach, the shade tree, or the air conditioned escape. Check out these sites, if you don't have any youth or teens share the sites with someone who does. Create new book lovers.

Reading Rainbow has been a Favorite for Years

It has changed through the years - this is the old style.

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With Christmas close these make wonderful presents - live long memories of special books.

Some by Eric Carle are available now - possible discounts if you buy more than one.

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Books come in all shapes, sizes, and topics.

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Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown

Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown

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Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? by Bill Martin Jr.

Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? by Bill Martin Jr.

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Little Rhymes for Quiet Times by Charlotte Franck

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Outcast (Warriors: Power of Three, Book 3) by Erin Hunter

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The Pigeon Wants a Puppy

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A Christmas Tree in the White House by Gary Hines

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    OhMe Nov 18, 2008 @ 4:26 pm | delete
    I love this lens and am lensrolling to my childrens book lens, "Christmas Tree in The White House". I also wanted to thank you for my Hungry Squidz Choice Award. I am so excited. Thank you, thank you!
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    vbright105 Sep 20, 2008 @ 1:01 pm | delete
    Nice information. I always put my kids into the book of the month club.
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    stargazer00 Sep 20, 2008 @ 10:35 am | delete
    When my kids were very small, one favorite was "The Z was Zapped." A great alphabet book
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    CabinFeverStudios Sep 6, 2008 @ 1:02 pm | delete
    Ahhh...so very many!!! The Wind in the Willows, The Hobbit and anything by Walter Farley (Black Stallion) were my childhood favorites. I love books and recently got the chance to illustrate one! Gonna lensroll this to that lens! Fun! http://www.squidoo.com/childrenspoetrybooks
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    julizpow Aug 26, 2008 @ 5:57 am | delete
    My favourite children's books: The Star Realm (first in the Avalon Trilogy) and Knowing Jack by Julie Elizabeth Powell...me! Available at http://stores.lulu.com/juliepowell I also love the Harry Potter series and books by Roald Dahl all of which spiral the imagination into overdrive.
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