Books & Reading

About Books and Reading

Book Adventure - Free reading incentive program dedicated to encouraging kids in grades K-8 to read. Created by the Sylvan Learning Foundation.
Bookworm - Great books for kids 6-12.
Just for Kids Who Love Books - Librarian created site that includes reviews written by kids for kids.
Page at Pooh Corner - Photo galleries and poems in honor of everyone's favorite silly 'ol bear!
Poetry - A poetry site created for kids by Kenn Nesbitt with tips on how to write funny poems, suggested poetry books and examples of his own work.
Stories for Scouts - Growing resource of stories suitable for young people, families, and Cub Scouts.
World of Reading - Site aims to excite children about reading, writing, and publishing. Encourages active participation in reading and writing.

Activities

KidPub - Stories written and read by kids.
Read Across America - Site sponsored by National Education Association devoted to the joy of reading.

Authors and Illustrators Sites

Betsy Byars - Biographical site of a distinguished children's author.
Jan Brett's Home Page - Biographical site that includes activity pages, contests, and games.
Virginia Hamilton - Biographical site of an award winning children's author.

Awards

Award Winning Children's Books - Including the Caldecott and Newbery Awards.
Award-Winning Children's Literature - Database compiled and indexed by Lisa R. Bartle

Favorite Book Characters

Arthur - Read about and write to Arthur and his friends.
Harry Potter - Meet J.K. Rowling, join a discussion chamber, and test your Harry Potter knowledge with trivia.
Magic School Bus - Your direct line to Ms. Frizzle's world.

Subject Booklists and Sites

Coming Full Circle - A selected list of books for children about death & dying
First Day of School - Classic school stories as well as daycare related titles.
Gift List
Beyond Goosebumps - Really scary stories
Easy Easy Easy - For readers who have just started to recognize words. Books have simple vocabulary.
Easy Chapter Books - Fiction and nonfiction titles for those beginning chapter books.
Transitional Books - Fiction and nonfiction.
3, 4 Open the Door - For 3rd and 4th graders
Mystery Web Site - For kids who enjoy mysteries and want more titles.

Publishers' Sites

Kids at Random House - Books and more for young readers.
Scholastic Home Page - Check out all the exciting news from this popular publisher of books and materials for children.

 

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