books for kids
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Fantasy Book Series for 8-12 year old
Book Series for 8-12 year old “There is more treasure in books than in all the pirate’s loot on Treasure Island.” – Walt Disney If your child likes fantasy, and enjoys reading books like Harry Potter, here are some suggestions that he might enjoy. These are series that my child, an avid reader, and a Read more
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How my 7-year-old read 80 books in 2020!
Books are a uniquely portable magic. Stephen King Last year I made two ‘reading-related’ resolutions. One was to read 36 books in the year and the other was to ensure that my then 7-year-old son would start reading some books. Now, I am an avid reader and I gobble up all types of books – Read more
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Book Review – D’Aulaires’ Book of Greek Myths
Mythology and science both extend the scope of human beings. Like science and technology, mythology, as we shall see, is not about opting out of this world, but about enabling us to live more intensely within it. Karen Armstrong Mythological stories have always influenced our cultures, thinking, writing. They are fun to read while giving Read more
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Book Review: Chronicles of Narnia – The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
“So please, oh please, we beg, we pray, go throw your TV set away, and in its place you can install a lovely bookshelf on the wall.” Roald Dahl Reading is a habit which is essential for a growing mind. It helps children not only to learn more but also to expand their thinking. Fantasy Read more
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Book Review: The 500 Hats of Bartholomew Cubbins by Dr Seuss
“You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction you choose. You’re on your own, and you know what you know. And you are the guy who’ll decide where to go.” – Dr Seuss Also Read: Developing the Habit of Reading in Children About Author: Read more
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Book Review – The Magic Faraway Tree series
A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies, said Jojen. The man who never reads lives only one. – George R. R. Martin Reading is one of the best habits that you can develop in your child. We bring you reviews of some books or series of books that we have seen help parents Read more
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Book Review – The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo’s Child
Amazing books for young children (3-6 years) both as a read aloud and for reading themselves. Read more
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