I read a great quote one day: “TV. If kids are entertained by two letters, imagine the fun they’ll have with twenty-six. Open your child’s imagination. Open a book.”
It seems like I’ve been reading to my daughters from the day they were born. Not only is it a great way for them to unwind and relax from a long day, but it’s also a great way to bond and share a cuddle. There’s a short timeframe to enjoy preschool books with your kids because once they can read on their own, they probably won’t ask you to read to them any more. They might want to read to you instead, but soon they will be out there, reading on their own.
As a parent, you want the best for your kids. Finding good preschool books is important because you don’t want to spend good money on bad books. With so many picture books being published every year, it’s a difficult task finding just the right ones. We’ve bought so many books for our kids that they are literally in every room in the house. And I have to admit that not all of them are great.
One thing I strongly advocate is actually buying books versus getting them at a library. This applies mostly for preschool books than it does for other types of books because once you find some favorites you children will want to read them over and over again.
So how do you find the best preschool books to add to your reading repertoire without burning a huge hole in your pocket? Here are some tips:
- Ask other parents. It’s that simple. Ask your neighbors who have kids. Ask parents from your kids’ class. Ask parents you see at the book store or the library. If you have some like-minded friends who share common philosophies as you do, ask them what they read to their kids.
- Read reviews. Now this sounds simpler than it really is, because once you get on Amazon, you might get lost amongst all the thousands of books they offer and the millions of reviews that their customers have added. It’s a good spot, but you should also try to read independent reviews on blogs and other review sites. There are lots of places online where you can find great unbiased recommendations.
- Check out the awards and medal lists. The American Library Association (ALA) has a fantastic list of books that have received the Newbery and Caldecott Medals (along with many others). These lists include timeless classics that every home should have.
But another easy way to find great preschool books for your kids is to take them to the book store. Most Borders and Barnes & Noble stores have a huge children’s section with seating areas where you can take as many books off the shelf and see what your child likes. And what your child likes should be at the top of your list of priorities.
Good luck and happy reading!
Preschool Books - How to Find Great Books For Your Kids
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