"The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more you learn, the more places you'll go."
Dr. Seuss, "I Can Read With My Eyes Shut!"
More Great Books for Maine Kids
NEWS FROM RAISING READERS MAY 2011
Celebrate Children's Book Week
This week we observe Children's Book Week, a national celebration of books and reading for kids.
Here are some fun things you can do to celebrate:
Ask each family member to name their favorite children's book. Gather up the books and take turns reading them aloud. Ask each person to say why the book is special to them.
Visit the library and ask older kids to show younger siblings the books they loved when they were little.
Have a book swap with friends or family. If your kids have outgrown some of their books, see if you can swap them with friends or family who may have kids of different ages.
What's Your Next Read?
Looking for more great books to read with your kids? The Maine State Library can help! Sign up for one of their NextReads email newsletters. Pick the "picture books" or "children's books" edition and receive monthly recommendations direct to your Inbox.
You can also get book ideas from Raising Readers. Search our recommended books page.
Helping Your Child Learn to Read
Reading books aloud is one of the best ways you can help your child learn to read. Learn more in this article from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
