Kid Tested Librarian Recommended: Positive feedback loop
Growing confidence in a kid's reading skills encourages reading more often, which allows young readers to sample and experience a wide range of authors and genres. Then kids discover the types of books they like best. Reading more also empowers stronger reading skills, which enable kids to read longer books. Reading longer books leads to even more confidence! It’s a positive feedback loop that makes young readers, their caregivers and librarians smile!
Here are some of my favorite confidence-building, positive-feedback books to check out on your next visit!
🐶 Henry and Mudge written by Cynthia Rylant & illustrated by Suçie Stevenson
Henry and his huge dog Mudge are adventure buddies. These stories are warm, friendly, and perfect for kids who love animals and friendship tales.
"Lively, reassuring, comical -- just right for newly independent readers, with cartoon-style illustrations that gallop, skip, and splash right along with the text." –The Horn Book
If your child is a dog-lover, we have great news! The Prairieland READ Dogs will be at the library for 6 weeks starting in June. These dogs are trained to be a learner’s best listener. Mark your calendars now because you don’t want to miss it!
🏫My Weird School written by Dan Gutman & illustrated by Jim Paillot
My Weird School follows a second-grader named A.J. and his classmates at Ella Mentry School where all the teachers are just a little weird! From a principal who kisses pigs to a nurse who thinks she’s a vampire, each book features a quirky teacher and their silly escapades.
With short chapters, simple language, and plenty of jokes, My Weird School is a wonderful way to grow reading skills. Filled with good-spirited mischief, a little mystery and plenty of pranks, young readers will laugh their way through the entire main series, then ask for the sequels: My Weirder School and My Weird School Daze. For readers drawn to a dynamic mix of visual art and text, check out the My Weird School Graphic Novel series.
🐉 Dragon Masters by Tracey West
Dragon Masters is an action-packed series perfect for growing readers. Filled with adventure, it’s never boring. Illustrations on every page capture young imaginations while also providing clues to help readers decode new words and ideas. Driven by fast-paced plots, magic and teamwork, this series is a sure to enchant kids.
In book 1 Rise of the Earth Dragon 8-year-old Drake is taken to King Roland's castle to be trained as a Dragon Master. He is joined by three other young trainees: Ana, Rori and Bo. They must learn how to connect with and train their dragons. Does Drake have what it takes to be a Dragon Master?
