Young Readers Day

Young Reader’s Day is on the first Tuesday of every November. It is a day that celebrates caregivers who encourage children to read. Reading to preschoolers has been shown to develop literacy skills, vocabulary, stimulate imagination, and improve cognitive skills. The following books have been recommended by our teachers:

• The Paperbag Princess, written by: Robert Munsch, recommended by: Ms. Melissa Summary: Princess Elizabeth is set to marry Prince Ronald. But when a dragon attacks the castle and kidnaps Ronald, Elizabeth must do what she can to save her prince.
• When Lola Visits, written by: Michelle Sterling, recommended by: Ms. Leah Summary: A young girl’s Lola comes to visit every summer from the Philippines
• Blueberries For Sal, written by: John Mcloskey, recommended by: Ms. Donna Summary: Sal and her mom go blueberry picking the same time a mama bear and her cup go looking for blueberries
• The Wonky Donkey, written by: Craig Smith, recommended by: Ms. Veronica Summary: A book based on a song that Smith wrote after hearing the joke :What do you call a donkey with three legs?- a Wonky Donky”
• Too Much Noise, written by: Ann McGovern, recommended by: Ms. Shyla Summary: Peter thinks his house is noisy until the village wise man teaches him a lesson in perspective
• Ruby The Copycat, written by: Peggy Rathmann, recommended by: Ms. Nicole Summary: Ruby, the new girl, imitates the most popular girl in her class until she learns to appreciate just being herself.