Learning to Read

Growing Reader

18 Illustrated Chapter Book Series To Engage Early Readers

These illustrated early chapter books provide a nice bridge between picture books and chapter books, and keep budding readers entertained.

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Baby & Toddler

Pre-K

Screech! Moo! Boom! Chirp! Books That Convey Sound

Whether it’s the “wee-ooh! wee-ooh!” of a fire engine or the “cheep! cheep!” of a little chick, sound words can bring books to life for children and help build early literacy skills. Here are nine noisy favorites for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers.

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Pre-K

8 of the Best Early Chapter Books for Preschoolers

Early chapter books are a great way to help your preschooler transition from shorter books to slightly longer ones with more complicated plots.

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Pre-K

Growing Reader

Beginning Reader Books To Keep on Your Library’s Shelves

With short sentence repetition and picture clues, these books are accessible for new readers and also have big shelf appeal for a range of ages.

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Tips & Advice

Helpful Ways to Support Your ADHD Child’s Reading Journey

Dr. Sharon Saline shares some important steps parents can take to help their ADHD child overcome challenges related to reading.

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Pre-K

Growing Reader

Brightly Storytime: Llama Llama Loves to Read

Follow along with Llama Llama Loves to Read and watch as everyone’s favorite little llama and his classmates learn their ABCs, identify sight words, and read stories!

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Growing Reader

Tween

What To Do When Your Child Says, ‘But Everyone Can Read But Me’

It's not uncommon among young readers who struggle to have low self-esteem when it comes to books. Here are a few things you can say and do to help them.

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Pre-K

Bookshelf Must-Have: Llama Llama Loves to Read

With fun-to-read rhymes and colorful illustrations, this book from beloved author Anna Dewdney will delight little ones learning to read and all fans of the Llama Llama series.

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Growing Reader

Tween

10 Imaginative Scenes for Teaching Children to Visualize as They Read

Whether students naturally imagine as they read or need to be taught to do so, they can all benefit from structured practice creating mental images with books like these.

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Growing Reader

Understanding the Difference Between a 'Late' Reader and a Child with a Learning Issue

If your child is struggling with reading, it can be hard to know what the cause is or what to do. We spoke to two educational experts to get some insights into what parents should know and be on the lookout for.

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Growing Reader

Parent-Tested, Expert-Recommended Advice for When Your Child Isn’t Reading Yet

Watching your child struggle with anything is difficult. And that can feel especially so when it comes to reading. Here is some helpful advice from parents who've been there and experts in the know.

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Growing Reader

Tween

When Reading Is Hard: A New Way to Help Your Child Move Forward

How can parents support kids through reading challenges without adding to the pressure the child may already be feeling? A strength-based approach can help.

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