Reading Connection for Preschooler
New Books
I Really, Really need Ice Skates
Lauren Child
Charlie has this little sister Lola. Lola can't wait to go ice skating – 'I will be the best ice-skaterer in the WHOLE school!' But ice skating can be just a little bit tricky and a little bit slippy . . . whoops!
Yucky Worms
Vivien French ; illustrated by Jessica Ahlberg
Who would want to be friends with a wiggly, slimy worm? You can’t even tell which end is which! But there’s more to these lowly creatures than meets the eye. Kids are invited to find out where worms live, see how they move, and understand why gardeners consider them friends with the help of this humorous and informative look at an unappreciated — and fascinating — creature.
Where the Wild Things Are
Maurice Sendak
After causing havoc in his wolf suit, Max is sent to bed without any tea. In his bedroom a magical forest grows, enveloping him. He sails through time and washes up where the terrifying wild things are. He bravely tames them by looking straight into their eyes, and they name him their king. After a wonderful rumpus, Max is homesick and, to the wild things’ great resistance, sails home to find his supper waiting for him… still hot!
Our Precious World
Claire Freedman, Tina Macnaughton
The glittering ice world wakes up to the sun. In this fragile white land, a new day’s begun. A lyrical journey through the different icy and snowy environments of the world, with stunning illustrations of the rare and wonderful animals that live there.
Dino Pets
by Lynn Plourde ; illustrated by Gideon Kendall
Where does a young dinosaur admirer go to find a pet? The Dino Pets store carries every kind of dinosaur a kid could possibly want. Sure, some of them might be a little too big, and others might be too fast. In this bouncy read-aloud, the larger-than-life but well-meaning dinosaurs come to life in vibrant color.
On the Way to Grandma's House
Odette Ross
I count cows and woolly sheep
on the way to Grandma's house,
until I yawn and fall asleep
on the way to Grandma's house..
Encouraging your child to Read
Reading is a fundamental part of our everyday life and a vital part of your child's development. Reading aloud to your child will help them to develop the skills they need when they start school.
Read aloud to your child.
Read to your child every day. Set aside a special time just for reading. Find a comfortable place with no distractions.
Find time to read. Take books when you travel so whenever you have some spare time you can spend it reading.
Let them handle the books. Board books are designed with babies in mind. They are sturdy, easy to hold and can be wiped clean.
Let your child look at the cover and the pictures in the book.
Talk about the pictures. Point out objects and name them.
Make reading fun. Use your voice and expression to create interest. If your child has had enough then stop reading.
Keep books on low shelves where your child can see them and can reach them on their own.
Let your child see you read. Your child will know you value reading and they will value it too.
Visit your local library! There are lots of books and other things to look at and borrow. You can also attend storytimes and other programs for free.
