KIDZ KORNER
School is almost over so it’s time to think about summer
activities. I’m just going to remind you
that reading is a part of summer. I have
fond memories of sitting in our backyard with a book, reading at the picnic
table and getting lost in the fantasy world I’d chosen. We went to the library every week and I read
everything I could get my hands on. Just in case your kids aren’t bookworms
like I was here are some suggestions you might want to try.
Mrs. Piggle Wiggle by Betty MacDonald
This is a whole series of books that are funny and subtle
ways of reminding kids that it pays to be well behaved. Mrs. Piggle Wiggle is the widow of a pirate,
whose house is upside down and she loves and understands kids. All the moms in the neighborhood call her for
advice and she has a magic answer for them every time.
Ramona Quimby by Beverly
Cleary
You can’t go wrong with Ramona. From the time we meet her in Henry and Beezus
until the last book in the series, Ramona is a constant source of hilarity and
reality. She has normal kid problems but
a unique perspective on solving them.
She is real and adorable.
Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis
You can really get lost in this series. It is a whole world where animals talk and
kids can become heroes. There is
conflict, love and growth wrapped up in one of the most exciting stories ever
told.
Mo Willem's Books
If your child is too young for any of the above books, any
one of Wilem’s books will fit the bill.
They are delightful and funny. I
love his illustrations and his sense of humor.
Little Golden Books by Various Authors
Read the classics, like Poky Little Puppy or The Animals of
Farmer Jones. Golden books are wonderful
and fun. The drawings are imaginative
and beautiful. The stories are simple
and kids love them! My personal favorite?? I am Suzy.
You can probably guess why.
This is my last post of the school year. I'll be back in August so come back and until then, keep on reading.
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