Introduction

This blog was created as an assignment for Library 263: Materials for Children 5-8.  It is a Material Selection and Reading log for a variety of genres for that age group.

The assignment was fun, as well as informative for me.  As I was looking in the section with beginning chapter books, I realized how important series have become in this category of books.  It seems children like to read about familiar characters.  I love Junie B. Jones and Ivy and Bean, and can't wait to read more of those stories.  I wasn't as impressed with Flat Stanley's Worldwide Adventures, and thought the book I reviewed was poorly written, a little to preachy, and covered a sensitive topic with barely any research.

I think blogs such as this one are an invaluable tool for parents and educators alike.  There is so much new material being published, that it is important for parents to have access to not only professional reviews, but the average reader's opinions on what is out there for young children.  As a librarian or educator it is important to have basic knowledge on a wide variety of books and topics, so you are prepared to recommend books to a diverse group of readers with a variety of reading levels.

Happy Reading!
Ms. Booky