Summer break is the perfect time for your children to get to all of those books they might not have had time for during the school year. Story time is always a welcome activity to break up the day or spend some time away from the screens. These interactive, engaging books are great for beginner readers, or little ones who are just starting to sound out their words. A number of these books are brand new and will be released in August to close out your child’s summer reading list!
The Shape of Things
By Dean Robbins
For the child that loves to embark on adventures and learn about new places, “The Shape of Things” is a vividly illustrated and written nonfiction book about mapmaking. Maps are the visual fabric that weave together the world around us, and this book explores everything from the earliest cave dwellers to ancient Egyptian, Greek, and Chinese scholars, to European explorers and modern computer scientists. “The Shape of Things” is a great introduction to developing an understanding for geography. Available Aug. 20. Ages 4-8.
The Boy and the Elephant
By Freya Blackwood
“The Boy and the Elephant” is a wordless picture book perfect for children who aren’t ready to begin reading yet, or simply just enjoy illustrations without a predetermined storyline. In this book, a lonely young boy finds solace among the trees near his apartment. One day, the boy spots an elephant behind the trees, whom he visits throughout each season. When the lot is sold and the trees are marked for removal, the boy must find a way to save the elephant and the other creatures of the wild space. Available Aug. 27. Ages 4-8.
My Big Book of Nature Sounds
By Lucie Brunelliere
Storytelling is usually a one-way interaction when reading to babies and toddlers. With “My Big Book of Nature Sounds,” little ones can further develop their listening and language skills while having fun. The 20-button side panel on this book contains 100 sounds and words of nature, like crunching leaves, barking dogs and more! Added bonus: this book is durable enough to come along for summer road trips and plane rides, and is the right size for little hands to hold. Ages 0-3.
Somewhere in Between
By Laan Cham
For children who always feel stuck in the middle, “Somewhere in Between” will be a relatable, fun read about conflict resolution, friendship and complex emotions. This story of fairness, sharing and concession is perfect for sibling quarrels, challenges at school and everything in between. Ages 4-8.
For more books to add to your shelf, check out our June Book Corner.