Great Books for Babies and Toddlers: More Than 500 Recommended Books for Your Child's First Three YearsTandem Library, 2003 - 337 pages We have already seen how eager parents are for help in choosing the right books for their older children with the success of Kathleen Odean's previous books. Now she applies her expertise to children under the age of three -- an impressionable age when parents and caregivers have many opportunities to encourage a lifetime love of reading and learning. Reading with babies and toddlers is scientifically proven to be beneficial to their development. The National Research Council says "The ideal time to begin sharing books with children is during babyhood, even with children as young as six weeks." (Starting Out Right) The National Academy of Education says "The single most important activity for building knowledge required for eventual success in reading is reading aloud to children." (Becoming a Nation of Readers) In their handbook for parents the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends reading to your child continually throughout childhood, including when they are babies and toddlers. (Caring for Your Baby and Young Child Age 0-5) Most importantly, reading with your child is time spent together, strengthening the bonds between you. In "Great Books for Babies and Toddlers," Kathleen recommends over 500 books that will appeal to a wide range of young children. Beautiful picture books parents will enjoy reading aloud; board books, shape books, even washable plastic bathtub books for toddlers who love the tactile sensation of holding books; and nursery rhymes adults remember from their childhood and enjoy sharing anew. The book is divided into two useful categories: -- Nursery Rhymes, Poems, and Fingerplay covers collections and single editions of rhymes that appeal to youngchildren, with hand motions to add to the fun. -- Stories for the Very Young selects the best in picture books from Goodnight Moon to Buzz! Kathleen also includes an introduction helping parents understand why reading is so important, top ten lists of the best books for specific ages and interests, and a set of tips for bonding with your baby or toddler through reading. As in her previous books, every book entry includes a detailed annotation. |
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