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DECEMBER 10, 2012

Looking for a great read-aloud?

Read alouds are fun for bedtime and for the whole family. With the holidays coming you should pick a couple, and snuggle-up and read!

Check out the Jefferson County Public Library list of Great Family Read-Alouds, or try these books to enjoy together:

Superdog: The Heart of a Hero by Caralyn Buehner

Tired of being overlooked because he is so small, Dexter, a big-hearted dog with big dreams transforms himself into a superhero. For pre-K to 2.

Library Lil by Suzanne Williams

Library Lil is determined to make readers not only out of the once resistant residents of her small town, but out of a tough-talking, television-watching motorcycle gang as well. For grades K to 3.

Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing by Judy Blume

Peter Hatcher tries to put up with his annoying, two year-old brother Fudge-- but, when Fudge takes his pet turtle, it's just too much! For grades 2 to 4.

Because of Mr. Terupt by Rob Buyea

Seven fifth-graders at Snow Hill School in Connecticut relate how their lives are changed for the better by "rookie teacher" Mr. Terupt. For grades 3 to 5.

You can find more great read-aloud recommendations at these websites:

Read Aloud America's read aloud list

Featuring a wide variety of characters, cultures and appeal, this list features recommendations by age

Jim Trelease's Read Aloud Treasury

An updated list from the expert on reading aloud!

Mighty Girl read alouds for mighty girls

Read alouds featuring strong female characters for ages 6 to 13

Do you have a favorite read-aloud to share? Please tell us what it is!

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posted by Kristin, Columbine Library

Categories: Activities, Read Alouds

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