So of course I did! This charming story follows the adventures of a bat with a taste for junk food, a kind dog and a wise hermit crab as they try to save their friend Stumpy the Squirrel and her new babies. My son’s teachers read this to the class and my then-6 year old loved it so much he wanted me to read it at home. It’s a lovely way to introduce your children to family life in another culture. It’s gotten loads of praise by all the critics, and deservedly so. A good reminder that you know best what your child will like.)Īnna Hibiscusby Atinuke. This is an absolutely wonderful series about a girl living with her extended family in Africa. One mom relates that the scene in which the dogs chase the ducks in the park was too much for her child. Each book in the series has Lulu taking care of a new animal. I really loved this sweet and funny story about Lulu, an animal lover who, unable to leave an abandoned duck egg in the park, hides it under her sweater and brings it to school. Lulu and the Duck in the Park ( series) by Hilary McKay. Simply lovely and perfect to read aloud to younger children. Delicately charming illustrations accompany the letters in which the animals discuss their dreams and plans. In Letters to Anyone and Everyone, various animals write letters to each other ( and to the sun!) which the wind delivers. (1996) I first encountered Dutch author, Toon Tellegen, when I picked up a copy of The Squirrel's Birthday and Other Parties (1995). I love the fun little flip book built into the first book as well as Ruby’s unique way of describing the world around her. Ruby Lu’s Chinese heritage is an important part of the stories, especially when her cousin, Flying Duck comes to stay. ( series) There aren’t a lot of children’s books featuring Asian-American heroines, so the ebullient Ruby Lu is a welcome addition to the field. There's something very gentle and "old-fashioned" but timeless about this book and I think your kids will enjoy it. Henkes ( and Billy) handle it all with aplomb and good humor. The Year of Billy Miller is a pitch-perfect account of the year in the life of a second grader. Billy has a stay-at-home dad, school projects that present problems, sibling rivalry - in short all the typical family and social situations that children must learn to navigate as they grow up. by Keven Henkes I bet you didn't know the author of Lily and the Purple Plastic Purse also wrote chapter books. There is nothing remotely frighting in this charming, sweet and immensely playful short novel. The two become friends and decide to meet, but first Giraffe wants to make a costume so he will look just like Penguin. He ends up with Penguin as his pen pal and the two exchange charming letters full of questions. One day, bored Giraffe decides to send a letter via Pelican Mail to the first animal Pelican meets beyond the horizon. This quirky Japanese import will charm both child and parent. Yours Sincerely, Giraffeby Megumi Iwasa, Illustrated by Jun Takabatake. This is one of those books that I actually think works better as a read aloud than an independent read and it struck me as a sort of modern Winnie-the-Pooh. B the rabbit with a frilly collar, and a doll who wants to be a queen, the others find they take a bit of getting used to. When several new toys join the group, Mr. I loved how Teddy was always lost in his philosophical thoughts, and Umpah the elephant was a grand baker. An absolutely adorable story about a group of toys who love to explore the world. by Cynthia Voight, illustrated by Paola Zakimi. NOTE: If you have a 3-6 year old, you can find many other appropriate selections on my list of chapter books for preschoolers. (Note: book covers and titles are affiliate links.) In general, choosing classic books is a safe bet and I included a list of classic gentle titles at the bottom of this post. I do believe you will be able to find something suitable on this list, but every child is different. My recommendation is that if you have a child who is particularly sensitive, you preview the books first. It is likely impossible to make a list of gentle chapter books that will be universally approved as "not scary in any way." I have done my best to curate a wide variety of books that I think are generally "safe" for kids who don't like to be frightened during story time. Several of you have requested such a book list, but to be honest it was harder than I thought. This list of gentle chapter books to read aloud to kids has been a long time in coming.
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