Help for the bewildered parent

It is that time of year when parents come in for help with the choosing of books for their children, and the Accelerating Reading Quiz program that children have to work through to expand their reading. Showing them the website that is listed on the Tipp City Library website under the online resources is one place to start. Accelerating Reader Information This website give parents the names of books that are on the quiz list, the reading level points and the point value of the book. But where do parents go to help find great books that can engage their child in the love of reading. For a start check out a book by teacher and school librarian Esme Raji Codell of Chicago. Her enthusiasm for books and children's literature in particular will help the parent find titles to really engage her child, with extra ideas to make this joy a family affair. During these winter months, get in the habit of sharing books with your children. Find out what your child likes to read and then go to the accelerator list to see if that look is on the quiz list. How to Get Your Child to Love Reading