![]() ![]() Books that have fun with words: Books that play around with rhythm, rhyme or repetition, and that have fun with vocabulary can be particularly engaging young readers. Books that make them laugh: Humour in books provides a fabulous way to engage children of all ages.ħ. A surprise for the reader: Stories with unexpected endings or with interesting physical features such as textures or last page pop-ups reward the reader’s interest and can work especially well with younger children.Ħ. Books exploring universally important topics: Books exploring themes such as friendship, courage, individuality or creativity, help our children to learn about human emotions and relationships in relatable, non-threatening ways.ĥ. Themes that the child can relate to: Moving house? Awaiting the arrival of a new sibling? Learning to stand up for oneself? Whatever life experiences your child is learning to cope with right now, chances are that there is a great book (or ten!) exploring that same theme.Ĥ. Be sure to also check that the amount of text per page corresponds with your child’s attention span.ģ. Engaging storyline: Nobody enjoys a boring book! Stories that have a beginning or introduction, action in the middle and a comforting ending are great. Captivating illustrations: It is no surprise that the pictures inform your child’s first impression of a book, so choosing books with wonderful or unique illustrations that capture the imagination is a great place to start.Ģ. This creative team parents three girls and here shares insights honoring the child who’s sometimes overlooked.So what makes a great read aloud story? While there is no one magic formula, I think great picture books that engage children will include ġ. "The author deftly describes precise situations that require compromise…Denise employs Photoshop, Procreate and pencil for scenes brimming with affection. A nice gift for a youngster expecting a new addition to the family." The illustrations are lush…with inviting joy, and the subtle shading and gentle linework of the pencil and digital art envelop the scenes with a cozy feel. Charming and comforting."- Kirkus Reviews Kids will savor adorable details, such as children's artwork on a bedroom wall and winsome animal students lined up for school in a tree. "This sweet picture book acknowledges the special place each sibling occupies in a family…. ![]() "Through delicately conveyed firelight, deep shadows, and even an imagined tapestry, Denise (Groundhug Day) provides this cracking tale with illustrations that feel like fully fleshed animated classics as Owl’s actions subvert a traditional conflict story line."- Publishers WeeklyĪ Bank Street College Best Book of the Year "Adorably earnest and gallant…. A charming blend of whimsy and medieval heroism highlighting the triumph of brains over brawn."- Kirkus Reviews "It’s dangerous to label any picture book a 'contemporary classic,' but Knight Owl tempts you to try. Sweet and epic by turns." ![]() This will satisfy a wide range of readers, from Dragons Love Tacos fans to wannabe knights."- Booklist, starred review * "Denise gives youngsters an old-fashioned story with an amusing twist and a cute-as-a-button protagonist that charms on every level. A Barnes & Noble’s Best Children’s Book of the YearĪn Amazon Best Children’s Book of the YearĪ Washington Post Best Children's Book of the YearĪn Oklahoma Redbud Read-Aloud Award Winner ![]()
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