*This is NOT a sponsored post. I did not receive payment or compensation for this post. I want to share this book because I think that it will benefit my readers. The book is called Tell Me A Story – 250 Great Books for Kids by Grace Stanford. The reason that this book is important is because it has recommendations of Great books to buy for children ages babies to teens. Stanford took her list of old and new favorite books for kids and compiled the information in this book to help parents and educators make an incredibly informed decision about each book offers. She answers the general question “why is your child going to love this book” and follows that with research, authorities and reviews. The books are categorized by ages:
- Babies to 2 year olds
- Preschoolers (ages 3 – 5)
- 6 – 8 year olds
- Older Kids (ages 9 – 11)
- Early Teens (ages 12 – 15)
Within these age groups there are other categories and finally, everything is alphabetized. This guide is great to take with you to the book store or while shopping on-line as a reference to get the best book match for your child!
One of my MOST favorite parts of this book is that it has a guide to understanding all the Awards that are given for children’s books. Often we see them on the book covers but don’t know what strengths the book provides that has won them the honor!
November 21 & 22 you can get your FREE e-book download like I did just in time for holiday shopping. YEAH!! (Thank you Grace Stanford!!!)
http://www.amazon.com/Tell-Me-
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Dawn
Thank you for the tips. It’s always really hard for me to decide what age group children’s books are good for. I just kind of lump them all together.
Grace Sandford
What a lovely post Jen. You’re a complete star!rnrnYou’ve such a great blog so to be reviewed so positively is a real treat!!rnrnLove Grace
Jesica H
I love when my kids want new books, just wish we didn’t have so many already! Time to donate and get new I think. 🙂
Jennifer Williams
I do not always say yes to a toy when we are out, but I always say yes to books if we have the money. They are always in stockings or under the tree. We all love story time.
Sharon
What a great resource! We love to read in our house and are always looking for a new book!
Megan
My son just got two new books for his birthday! They are part of a series so he is going to get the others for Christmas. Don’t tell!
Kristin Wheeler (@MamaLuvsBooks)
Great post! I love giving books as gifts! Everyone in my family LOVES reading!!!
Alyssa McVey
How awesome! I just downloaded it and look forward to checking it out. Thanks!