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The Challenge of the Early Chapter Book
Good early chapter books can be hard to find, but this week I am profiling four that will ignite your kid's passion for reading.
I always find early chapter books a challenge. I don't want to scare kids off by presenting a book that seems too overwhelming ... yet I want kids to feel they have moved on to bigger things and not dissapoint them with a book that seems too juvenile. A tough balancing act!
This week I have several selections that I hope will give them confidence in reading, but still challenge them enough to see a real improvement.
Whatever you do, don't give up at this stage. Try lots of books. Some will stick, some won't, but give kids enough variety that they find something that ignites their enthusiasm and passion in reading.
I have tried to give you quite a selection: Greek gods, animal-loving students, girly girls, and fun folktales. The first one is on Patch, look for the rest on my blog, One Great Book.
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Here's hoping to at least one or two being a hit in your house!
Title: Heroes in Training: Zeus and the Thunderbolt of Doom
Authors: Joan Holub & Suzanne Williams
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Target: Grades 1-3
Series: Yes
What this book is about:
Just how did Zeus become the King of the Olympians? Well look no further, because this book is a basic and very funny primer to Greek mythology. We follow a young Zeus as he confronts the Oracle of Delphi, whose fogged up glasses do not make the future very clear. She, however, sets him on his path to get his brothers and sisters out of Cronus’ belly. Now if only he could figure out what to do with that pesky lightning bolt!
Why I love this book:
While true to the original stories, this version is quite humorous and engaging. Presenting Zeus as a young boy, trying to figure out his part in the narrative, is quite relatable to kids. The funny quips and confused oracle will keep kids laughing, but the story itself will give them the basics of the Greek mythology.
Who this book is for:
This book is for kids just starting chapter books. Bigger type and one full page picture per chapter make this book not too overwhelming, but kids must be ready for several pages in a row of text. Great for kids who may be interested in Percy Jackson, but are too young for the books.
Final thoughts:
The start of a really fun series.
To see all my early chapter books this week, visit my website at www.onegreatbook.com
