Who Doesn't LOVE a Great Book List?
There really is nothing I love more than a stack of new books just waiting to be read which is probably why I love book lists so much. I love the idea of challenging myself to read all the mysteries from one year, or all the classics, or the 200 greatest Sci Fi novels! You name it, I'll try to read it.
Two of the lists we share with elementary students are the Texas Bluebonnet list and the Texas 2X2 list.
Both lists are selected by teachers, librarians, and other educators from across the state. They are chosen for their variety so that children are exposed to multiple genres, subjects, and formats. The 2X2 list is designed with grades kindergarten through second grade students in mind while the Bluebonnet list is geared toward third through sixth graders.
If you have a difficult time enticing your child to read, challenging them with a list is a great idea. Make it fun! Read them with your child or make it a race to see who can read the most. Kids love to compete with their parents! Provide little incentives for reading books from the list and maybe have a bigger reward for reading all or most of them.
If you're interested in either of these lists, check out the links below to learn more.
If you have any questions about the lists or need more help choosing books for your child, email me at kristi.wagner@gcisd.net
Happy Reading!
Mrs. Wagner
