It is really comprehensive, and just a little over-whelming!
It contains
- Practical tips on picking great books for kids of all ages—infant through young adult.
- Guidance on what makes books attractive and developmentally valuable for children.
- Analysis of themes, illustrations, stories, and the use of humor in children’s books.
- Philosophical reflections on the role of children’s books in the development of moral character.
- A comprehensive list of online resources for finding excellent children’s literature, including book lists, sources of professional book reviews, and children’s literature blogs.
A key message for me, is that just because a book looks attractive to an adult doesn't mean it is going to be right for a young person.
It's an eBook so full of links to further reviews and resources. I think our Reading Mentors, families and other people working one-to-one with young people will find it very interesting.
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