"She" Good Reading Guide to Children's Books

by Christina Koning (Editor)

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  Paperback
  1997

  $4.63

  This guide recognizes and deals with the problems faced by parents who have to choose which books their children should read. Covering all age groups, from one to 16, it lists more than 1000 books, fiction and non-fiction, from Enid Blyton to Terry Pratchett. Books are listed by title with full cross-references by author and subject. Each entry includes a brief synopsis and assessment so parents can see at a glance whether a particular book would be suitable for their child. There is guidance, in accordance with the National Curriculum, on books that should help school work. There is also advice and information on encouraging unwilling readers and helping children with specific learning difficulties. It is a suitable handbook for parents who want to make the most of children's literature today.