Recently we had a patron come in wanting to know what the most popular children’s books were. I was surprised at the mix of various authors and types that were checked out.
There are more choices out there for parents to read to their children now than ever. I am personally a big fan of rhyme books for reading out loud. Books that are short and to the point seem to hold their attention. If it is too wordy or slow paced you are in trouble before you even begin.
When choosing books for our collection I tend to steer more to that direction. Books that can help parents start conversations with the young ones. Example: potty training books, going to the dentist or doctor and counting books are great.
Two new additions to our library, which are my personal favorites are “rhyming dust bunnies” by Jan Thomas and “Our Abe Lincoln” adapted by Jim Aylesworth.
“Rhyming dust bunnies” is not only a fun read but it can get your young one involved with the story. It has very few words on a page which helps those of us with short attention spans. Check it out.
“Our Abe Lincoln” has excellent illustrations by Barbara McClintock. Jim Aylesworth took a Lincoln-era presidential campaign song and turned it into a book for young people. During this 200th birthday of Lincoln it presents history for young people in a capsule. They will be singing history to the tune of “The Old Grey Mare.”
What was your favorite book as a child? Do you have a new one you would share with us? I am always looking for recommendations.
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