Tuesday, August 7, 2012

Two Fun Series for Growing Beginning Readers


There is this difficult stage with growing beginning readers when picture books are no longer challenging, but most early level chapter books are just a tad too difficult.  It can be really frustrating for children and parents.  

Children are so excited to read a book with CHAPTERS, but then the text is just a little to difficult and they quickly lose interest.  Both my niece and my daughter are at this stage.  Maybe you have some little ones that are too.

Too encourage some late summer reading, I went on a search for some new(ish), fun, and engaging early level chapter books.  Something to get them excited about reading and all warmed-up to start the new school year.

I stumbled upon two charming series…



Ivy + Bean 
by Annie Barrows and Sophie Blackall


and the Bad Kitty Series 
by Nick Bruel

Both of these series are perfect for children moving beyond beginning readers.  They are full of spunky and sassy characters that will keep your children in giggles! 


Each are heavily illustrated with hilarious cartoon-like drawings that keep the reader engaged.  


Whether your reader is reluctant or motivated these are great books to help them make the transition into independent reading.

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