English is a layer-cake language. Not only is it organized to represent sounds, syllables, and morphemes, but its spellings are derived from several languages that were amalgamated over hundreds of years due to political and social changes in Great Britain.
Explore ways of getting around through fiction and nonfiction books! We’ve selected a “wheelie” great collection of books to steer young readers toward a wide range of genres — informational nonfiction, biography, history, poetry, historical fiction, fantasy, science fiction, and mystery — as well as different formats (audio books, graphic novels, and chapter books).
This booklist supports the Reading Without Walls Challenge, a nationwide initiative launched by Gene Yang, the National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature.
Reading Rockets’ first annual holiday buying guide makes it easy to find good books kids will enjoy. Discover fiction and nonfiction books for kids ages 0-9 years old, selected by our children’s literature expert and blogger Maria Salvadore.
Reading Rockets’ second annual holiday buying guide makes it easy to find good books kids will enjoy. Discover fiction and nonfiction books for kids ages 0-9 years old, selected by our children’s literature expert and blogger Maria Salvadore.
Reading Rockets’ third annual buying guide makes it easy to find good books kids will enjoy. Discover fiction and nonfiction books for kids ages 0-9 years old, selected by our children’s literature expert and blogger Maria Salvadore.
Reading Rockets’ fourth annual buying guide makes it easy to find good books kids will enjoy. Discover fiction and nonfiction books for kids ages 0-9 years old, selected by our children’s literature expert and blogger Maria Salvadore.
Good books last. They are truly the gift that is remembered long after the holiday or celebration is over. In fact, a book that connects with a young reader will grow with them as it is shared countless times. These books were chosen with just one criterion in mind — good literature that’s so engaging that your child, grandchild, niece, nephew, or student will gladly turn off the TV and put away the Gameboy. Give books as gifts and watch kids read.
What is often remembered long after they’ve been used, are often passed on from one generation to the next, and can create connections between people far and near? Books, of course! They make readers weep and laugh, learn and question, introduce ideas and deepen them. They are gifts that last and are just right for any occasion. They are truly the gift that keeps on giving. So give a book, share a book, and enjoy a book with the children in your lives.
What better gift to give than one that can be shared again and again? Books are just that kind of gift. They create memories, too, when read by and with children. This year’s list was carefully crafted with just one idea in mind — to find books so engaging that the TV is happily turned off and the iPod and electronic games are put away. Books open new windows to the world.
What better gift to give than one that can be shared again and again? Books are just that kind of gift. They create memories, too, when read by and with children. This year’s list was carefully crafted with just one idea in mind — to find books so engaging that the TV is happily turned off and the iPod and electronic games are put away.
What better gift to give than one that can be shared again and again? Books are just that kind of gift. They create memories, too, when read by and with children. Season’s Readings from Reading Rockets!
What better gift to give than one that can be shared again and again? Lots of things go away quickly. But stories and books have sticking power and can be shared time and time again. Try a new story, revisit an old favorite. How about a story of fact or perhaps a fantasy? Stories can be read alone, together, aloud or quietly. Pick up a book for yourself and your favorite child this season.
There are lots of days (and at least four weeks!) in a month. Why not share a new story, pick up a book, or listen to an old favorite each day or even once a week for the month? You might find a new friend, discover something new about an old one, or even come across a fresh idea or information. Discover a new season of sharing — all year long!
In December, why not share a new story, pick up a book, or listen to an old favorite each day? You might meet a new friend, discover something new about an old one, or even uncover fresh ideas or information. Celebrate this season of sharing, with books and reading!
There’s nothing better on a chilly winter day than to curl up with a book. In our new collection for 2016, you’ll find high adventure, biographies, historical fiction and real life events, Greek myths, stories about kids from around the world, books about all kinds of science (from animals to weather), graphic novels, and so much more. All are made to share. So pick up a book, share a story, learn something new — and enjoy the season!
It’s the time of the year to light up faces and shorter days with a story or two (or more!). Books are always there for you — no electricity needed! Satisfy that itch of curiosity, let your imagination soar, or get a chuckle as you open a book, share it alone or with a friend, or give it as a gift.
It’s the time of year when we think of sharing with others. What’s better to share than a bit of time? And what better way to share your time than by reading books together! We’ve included science and nature books, funny stories, family stories, picture book biographies, poetry, fantasy, historical fiction, graphic novels — plus the new chapter books from Kate DiCamillo, Meg Medina, Sharon Creech, and other favorite authors.
It’s that time of the year when people begin to think of gift-giving, sharing time with others, or simply settling down for some relaxation. Regardless of what you have planned this season, take some time with a good story. You’re never too young or too old! It’s particularly wonderful to savor a tale — happy, hopeful, quiet or raucous, with or without pictures — with the children in your life. Celebrate this season of sharing, with books and reading.
