Books Children Love Revised Edition

Author : Elizabeth Laraway Wilson
Publisher : Crossway
ISBN 13 : 1433516349
Total Pages : 542 pages
Book Rating : 4.44/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Books Children Love (Revised Edition) written by Elizabeth Laraway Wilson and published by Crossway. This book was released on 2002-10-30 with total page 542 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A love for reading is one of the most precious gifts that we can give children. It nurtures their imagination and creativity, lets them explore other worlds, and opens their minds to new truths and knowledge in appealing, inspiring ways. But how can we sort through thousands of children's books to discover the really worthwhile ones? Elizabeth Wilson offers us a newly revised, comprehensive guide to the very best in children's literature. Just as in the original volume, she comments on the tone and content of excellently written, captivating books in over two dozen subject areas. Hundreds of new titles have been added while retaining timeless classics and modern favorites-all of which respect traditional values. So that no matter what the children's ages are or whether they love fact or fiction, you can trust these books to share things that you can believe in and kids will delight in.

Author : Kathleen Odean
Publisher : Ballantine Books
ISBN 13 : 0307485625
Total Pages : 466 pages
Book Rating : 4.25/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Great Books About Things Kids Love written by Kathleen Odean and published by Ballantine Books. This book was released on 2008-12-18 with total page 466 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: BOOKS THAT TURN CHILDREN INTO LIFE-LONG READERS! Most children want to read a book because it's about something they love or are curious about--dinosaurs, magic tricks, ballerinas, sports, secret codes, and a host of other topics. Now with this unique book, Kathleen Odean, current chair of the Newberry Award committee and author of Great Books for Girls and Great Books for Boys, makes it easy for parents and teachers to satisfy a child's individual cravings for good reading on any subject. Inside you'll discover ¸ More than 750 books divided into 55 categories, from Airplanes to Zoos ¸ Professional appraisals that are balanced, intelligent, and fun to read ¸ Stimulating book-related activities and helpful tips for parents Whether the format is picture book, poetry, fiction, or nonfiction, here are wonderful selections like Why Does the Cat Do That? and Exploring the Titanic . . . tried and true characters, from the beloved aardvarks Arthur and D.W. to the hilarious Junie B. Jones and the courageous Harry Potter . . . new heroes and heroines to cheer for such as Katherine Paterson's Princess Miranda from The Wide-Awake Princess and the exciting Jack Black from Jack Black and the Ship of Thieves by Carol Hughes. Great Books About Things Kids Love creates a book-rich environment in which the habit of reading can take hold and flourish for a lifetime. From the Trade Paperback edition.

Author : Diane Adams
Publisher : Chronicle Books
ISBN 13 : 1452143714
Total Pages : 33 pages
Book Rating : 4.12/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Love Is written by Diane Adams and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2017-01-24 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Perfect for any fond gift or tender moment, this story of a girl and a duckling who share a touching year together will melt hearts old and young. In this tenderly funny book, girl and duckling grow in their understanding of what it is to care for each other, discovering that love is as much about letting go as it is about holding tight. Children and parents together will adore this fond exploration of growing up while learning about the joys of love offered and love returned.

Author : Sally Clarkson
Publisher : Thomas Nelson
ISBN 13 : 1400211468
Total Pages : 32 pages
Book Rating : 4.63/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Only You Can Be You written by Sally Clarkson and published by Thomas Nelson. This book was released on 2019-10-22 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Some kids like to dance and laugh out loud, and some sit quietly and make up stories in their heads--we're all different and that's okay, because the Maker of everything made us this way! In their first picture book, bestselling author Sally Clarkson and her son Nathan encourage children on the journey to discovering their strengths. The mother-and-son duo draws on themes from their first book, Different, the emotive story of Nathan's experiences growing up with mental illness and learning disabilities and Sally's journey to loving him unconditionally. With the powerful truth that what makes you different makes you great, Only You Can Be You will help children embrace their differences and celebrate the differences in others. The irresistible rhymes paired with Tim Warnes's whimsical illustrations encourage your children with reassurance in their own uniqueness. Whether they are quiet or artistic, funny or boisterous, your children will love this heartwarming read that assures them they're wonderful exactly as they are. Only You Can Be You: Features a diverse cast of children Is for kids of all ages, ages 3-12 Is a great resource for kids who feel like they don't fit in or that no one understands them Is an encouraging read for neurodiverse children and children on the spectrum

Author : Barbara M. Joosse
Publisher : Chronicle Books
ISBN 13 : 9780811807180
Total Pages : 44 pages
Book Rating : 4.85/5 ( download)

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Download or read book I Love You the Purplest written by Barbara M. Joosse and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 1996-09 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Two boys discover that their mother loves them equally but in different ways.

Author : Ellyn Satter
Publisher : Bull Publishing Company
ISBN 13 : 1936693267
Total Pages : 688 pages
Book Rating : 4.69/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Child of Mine written by Ellyn Satter and published by Bull Publishing Company. This book was released on 2012-08-01 with total page 688 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Widely considered the leading book involving nutrition and feeding infants and children, this revised edition offers practical advice that takes into account the most recent research into such topics as: emotional, cultural, and genetic aspects of eating; proper diet during pregnancy; breast-feeding versus; bottle-feeding; introducing solid food to an infant's diet; feeding the preschooler; and avoiding mealtime battles. An appendix looks at a wide range of disorders including allergies, asthma, and hyperactivity, and how to teach a child who is reluctant to eat. The author also discusses the benefits and drawbacks of giving young children vitamins.

Author : Julian Lennon
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1510728562
Total Pages : 42 pages
Book Rating : 4.61/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Love the Earth written by Julian Lennon and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2019-04-22 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The final book in the New York Times bestselling trilogy, following Touch the Earth and Heal the Earth. by Julian Lennon, Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter, philanthropist, photographer, and bestselling author. Jump aboard the White Feather Flier, a magical plane that can go anywhere on Earth! This time, Lennon’s book immerses children into an interactive and unique journey where they can: Plant milkweed gardens and soar with the butterflies. Build schools where girls and boys will be safe to learn and follow their dreams. Clean the oceans and beaches and help endangered dolphins, turtles, and whales. Explore the planet, meet new people, and help make the world a better place! The Flier’s mission is to transport readers around the world, to engage them in helping to save the environment, and to teach one and all to love our planet. Just press a button printed on the page and use your Imagination Power to make the Flier glide through the air or transform into vehicles that will help those in need. An inspiring, lyrical story, rooted in Lennon's life and work, Love the Earth is filled with beautiful illustrations that bring the faraway world closer to young children. The book includes words to a special poem written by Julian Lennon, specifically for Love the Earth.

Author : Margaret Rustin
Publisher : Verso Books
ISBN 13 : 1789607450
Total Pages : 324 pages
Book Rating : 4.51/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Narratives of Love and Loss written by Margaret Rustin and published by Verso Books. This book was released on 2020-05-05 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why do some stories written for children have so powerful an emotional resonance for both child and adult readers? This is the question addressed by Margaret and Michael Rustin. in a book which offers a detailed critical reading of some of the best-known mosern British and American stories for children by writers such as E.B. White. Philippa Pearce and C.S. Lewis. The authors make use of psychoanalytical and sociological ideas in their approach, interpreting the stories both as metaphors of states of feeling often experienced by children, and as images of the wider society in which they are written. A particular theme of their discussion is personal and imaginative growth in childhood, and the ways this can be affected, both for better and worse. by separation and loss. In their detailed consideration of the narratives of the stories, the authors avoid theoretical jargon. and concentrate on works which have interest and meaning for adult readers as well as children. Narratives of Love and Loss is an important and accessible book which wilt be of especial interest to parents and teachers concerned with children's reading and imaginative play, and to those working in the fields of psychoanalysis, English literature and popular culture.

Author : Theresa Huntley
Publisher : Augsburg Books
ISBN 13 : 9781451419016
Total Pages : 132 pages
Book Rating : 4.15/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Helping Children Grieve written by Theresa Huntley and published by Augsburg Books. This book was released on 2002-01-01 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Practical suggestions guide parents and children through the grief process.

Author : Gladys Hunt
Publisher : Zondervan
ISBN 13 : 0310872642
Total Pages : 260 pages
Book Rating : 4.41/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Honey for a Child's Heart written by Gladys Hunt and published by Zondervan. This book was released on 2010-06-01 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A modern classic with over 250,000 copies sold, Honey for a Child's Heart is a compelling, essential guide for parents who want to find the best books for their children ages 0–12. A good book is a gateway into a wider world of wonder, beauty, delight, and adventure. But children don't stumble onto the best books by themselves. They need a parent's help. Author Gladys Hunt discusses everything from how to choose good books for your children to encouraging them to be avid readers. Completely revised and updated to keep pace with the ever-changing world of children's literature, this fourth edition of Honey for a Child's Heart reflects Hunt's broad tastes in books. Rooted in experience, her suggestions will enrich the cultural and spiritual life of your home. She shows you how to: Understand the importance of being a read-aloud family, enjoying books together by reading aloud Give your children a large view of the world, of truth, and of goodness Encourage each child's imagination and good use of language Find the best books for your children Illustrated with drawings from dozens of children's favorites, Honey for a Child's Heart includes book lists geared to your child's age and filled with nearly 1,000 long-time favorites, classics, and wonderful new books that will enrich your child's life. Thousands of parents have used it to furnish their children's inner spirit with the wonder and delight of good reading.