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There are so many new children's books published every month. How do you know which are right to offer to your child at a given time? Pam Allyn's groundbreaking book, What to Read When, offers parents a way to enjoy the serendipity of finding just the right book for their children again and again. To stay up-to-date on the most current children's books, Pam offers three book reviews each month of the latest, greatest books for you to share with your child ages birth to 3, 4 to 8 and 9 to 12. These reviews are more than simply a guide to which books might be right for your child, but also tips for how to maximize each book. As the air grows chilly at this time of year, many of us spend much of our time indoors. A well-chosen book can encourage our children's adventurous spirits, even when the weather isn't letting them explore as much as they'd like. Here are a few books to inspire your child's inquisitive and active mind! |
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When Winter Comes by Nancy Vaan Lan, illustrated by Susan Gaber (For Emerging Readers)
Join an inquisitive child, his family and their Scottie dog as they bundle up and set off on a trip through the woods to discover what winter is all about. Young children are fascinated by changes in the world around them. Your little one will be thrilled at the outlet for their own curiosity that Nancy Vaan Lan’s sweet story allows, as the little boy’s many questions about winter are asked and answered. You can wonder with your child and the little boy in the story where the leaves of autumn go and what the animals do to stay warm. Vaan Lan creates an engaging and yet comforting winter world with richly colored acrylic paintings coupled with soothing rhymes.
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Nanook & Pryce: Gone Fishing by Ned Crowley, illustrated by Larry Day (For Developing Readers)
The epic adventure of Nanook and Pryce is a hilarious tale of two friends who travel around the world, fishing on an iceberg. The two buddies, all bundled up in Eskimo-style winter gear, are so engrossed in their task that they do not seem to notice the circling sharks and persistent pelicans who tag along on their journey. It looks like nothing can distract Nanook and Pryce from their fishing. Larry Day’s vivid illustrations accent the humor of this story and will give younger readers fun things to notice on each page. Ned Crowley’s clever tale will allow younger readers to ponder the kinds of things we focus in on and the things we sometimes fail to notice when we’re really interested in a task or activity. Crowley’s is a book of wonder and humor, all in celebration of the nuances of childhood.
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Young Adventurer’s Guide to Everest: From Avalanche to Zopkio
by Jonathan Chester (For Maturing Readers)
When winter weather dazzles or puzzles older children, this adventurous guide to the world’s tallest and most awe-inspiring mountain could be the perfect way to start a conversation about the beauty and power of nature. Each page is laid with incredible photographs and light text that will encourage reluctant readers and engage eager ones. With the cold keeping many of us indoors for more hours each day, this stunning book could be just the escape your older child is looking for, into the breathtaking heights of the Himalayas. With interesting facts and quotes on each page, Chester’s book will give your child an understanding of the amazing things nature has created over time and perhaps inspire him or her to become an adventurer in your own neighborhood as well!