Why is Reading Important?
When we read, we strengthen our brain activity. This allows us to think of new ideas and expand our minds. Reading increases our levels of creativity and imagination, which means we will be able to think of really cool ideas! The more we read, the more we are able to learn. Reading also allows us to remember things better and for a longer period of time.
Why is good literature important?
With good literature it allows us to enjoy reading much more! It can help us find solutions to problems, educate us, and expand our knowledge. Good literature can also help us improve our reading and comprehension skills. Without good literature, we may not ever know about other cultures, lifestyles, foods, and different experiences.
Children's Books I recommend:
The Rainbow Fish by Marcus Pfister
A Bad Case of Stripes by David Shannon
Time for School, Little Blue Truck by Jill McElmurry and Alice Schertle
Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site by Sherri Duskey Rinker and Tom Lichtenheld
No, David! by David Shannon
The Leaf Thief by Alice Hemming and Nicola Slater
The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle
Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss
Cliffard goes to Kindergarten by Norman Bridwell
Llama, Llama Red Pajama by Anna Dewdney
The Three Little Pigs by Kidsbooks Publishing
The Ugly Duckling by Hans Christian Andersen
One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish by Dr. Seuss
The Gingerbread Man by Karen Schmidt
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