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Oxford Reading Tree: Stage 2: Songbirds: This And That - Thryft
Julia Donaldson, Clare Kirtley  | Oxford University Press

Oxford Reading Tree: Stage 2: Songbirds: This And That

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Goodreads rating: 3.58

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"This And That" is a great book for beginning readers who are learning to decode words phonetically. Written by the award-winning Julia Donaldson, these stories are engaging and fully decodable, making them perfect for young children who are just starting to read. The built-in progression helps children achieve immediate reading success, which will boost their self-confidence and encourage them to keep reading. This book is also part of a larger series of phonics books, making it easy to find follow-up materials that will keep children engaged and learning.
Oxford Literacy Web: Pack 1 Fiction
Ages 5-8
Elspeth Graham | Oxford University Press

Oxford Literacy Web: Pack 1 Fiction

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Goodreads rating: 0.0

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Oxford Literacy Web's fiction pack is like a treasure trove for growing readers. It combines the thrill of engaging stories with the solid foundation of literacy skills development. If you're looking to spark a child's love for reading while ensuring they're building crucial vocabulary and comprehension abilities, this collection serves both purposes with charm and fun. Duck Green School's relatable characters create an immersive 'soap opera' that makes reading an adventure rather than a chore.
Oxford Reading Tree: Level 6: Songbirds: Where Were You, Bert?
Ages 6-8
Clare Kirtley, Julia Donaldson  | Oxford University Press

Oxford Reading Tree: Level 6: Songbirds: Where Were You, Bert?

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Goodreads rating: 4.24

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"Where Were You, Bert?" is more than just a reading exercise; it's an adventure that young readers will love to embark on again and again. With Julia Donaldson's narrative charm, it's tailored for those at the brink of reading autonomy, providing a delightful and effective bridge between learning phonics and finding the joy in reading. Parents and educators will appreciate the included guidance, ensuring this story is not only entertaining but also educationally sound.
What Do You Want to Be?
Ages 7-9
Shilo Berry | Oxford University Press

What Do You Want to Be?

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Goodreads rating: 4.25

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"What Do You Want to Be?" by Shilo Berry is a fantastic prompt for young minds beginning to dream about their futures. With a variety of careers illustrated, this book can be a gentle nudge for children to start thinking about their own interests and aspirations, all while providing a fun and educational reading experience.
Omar's First Day at School
Ages 0-5
Shoua Fakhouri | Cambridge University Press

Omar's First Day at School

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Starting school can be a daunting experience, but 'Omar's First Day at School' turns that adventure into an uplifting story that resonates with both children and parents. It captures the array of emotions and new experiences that come with the first day, making it an ideal read for young ones about to embark on their own educational journey.
Oxford Reading Tree: Stage 1+: Songbirds: Mum Bug's Bag
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Ages 0-5
Clare Kirtley, Julia Donaldson  | Oxford University Press

Oxford Reading Tree: Stage 1+: Songbirds: Mum Bug's Bag

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Goodreads rating: 4.13

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If you're helping a child embark on their reading journey, "Mum Bug's Bag" is a gem. Julia Donaldson, a beloved name in children's literature, has crafted a story that's both delightful and instructive. With Songbirds Phonics, reading becomes an interactive adventure, not just learning but loving the words as they come to life. This book not only sets the foundation for phonics but does so with a narrative joy that will keep young readers returning to its pages.
Oxford Reading Tree: Stage 1+: Songbirds: Zak and the Vet
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Ages 0-5
Clare Kirtley, Julia Donaldson  | Oxford University Press

Oxford Reading Tree: Stage 1+: Songbirds: Zak and the Vet

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Goodreads rating: 3.73

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If you're helping a young one start their reading journey, "Zak and the Vet" is a great companion. Its phonics-based approach aligns with educational frameworks, making it an effective tool for both guided and individual learning. Plus, updated teaching notes provide invaluable insights for caretakers to turn story time into an engaging literacy lesson.
The Red Hen
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Ages 0-5
Roderick Hunt | Oxford University Press, Usa

The Red Hen

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Goodreads rating: 3.92

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If you're looking for a book to support your child's early literacy, "The Red Hen" is a delightful choice. It not only engages little readers with a fun story but also reinforces the phonics they learn in school. It's a clever blend of learning and entertainment that could help turn reading into a pleasurable habit for your young one.
How Many Sleeps?
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Ages 0-5
Layn Marlow, Amber Stewart  | Oxford University Press, Usa

How Many Sleeps?

$8.90

Goodreads rating: 3.46

$8.90

If you've ever missed someone dearly, "How Many Sleeps?" might resonate with you deeply. The book tenderly explores the concept of time for those awaiting a loved one's return. Through its pages, it could help you understand and appreciate the mix of anticipation and patience, a universal feeling we've all experienced.
Picnic Time
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Ages 0-5
Alex Brychta, Cynthia Rider  | Oxford University Press

Picnic Time

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Goodreads rating: 4.0

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If you're looking to share a charming story with a young reader, "Picnic Time" could be a delightful choice. It's a book that turns a simple picnic into an adventure, perfect for teaching kids the joys of reading and the excitement found in everyday activities. The bright illustrations and familiar characters like Biff create an engaging experience for early readers.
Get On Who Can You See? - Read With Biff, Chip & Kipper. First Stories. Level 1
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Ages 0-5
Kate Ruttle, Annemarie Young, Roderick Hunt  | Oxford University Press

Get On Who Can You See? - Read With Biff, Chip & Kipper. First Stories. Level 1

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Goodreads rating: 3.84

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If you're looking for a gentle introduction into the world of reading for your little one, "Get On - Who Can You See?" is a delightful choice. Roderick Hunt has crafted stories that not only help build your child's vocabulary but also come with activities to reinforce their understanding. Plus, the beloved characters, Biff, Chip, and Kipper, make it fun for kids to return to the books again and again, nurturing a love for reading early on.
Biff's Wonder Words - Read With Biff, Chip & Kipper. Phonics. Level 1
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Ages 0-5
Annemarie Young, Roderick Hunt, Alex Brychta  | Oxford University Press, Usa

Biff's Wonder Words - Read With Biff, Chip & Kipper. Phonics. Level 1

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Goodreads rating: 3.5

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If you're looking to spark a love for reading in your little one, "Biff's Wonder Words" is a brilliant choice. It's colorful, engaging, and crafted to build foundational phonics skills. Imagine your child exploring letters and sounds in a fun, story-like format—it's a great stepping stone into the world of words!
Oxford Reading Tree Biff, Chip and Kipper Stories Decode and Develop: Level 9: The Journey - Thryft
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Roderick Hunt | Oxford University Press, Usa

Oxford Reading Tree Biff, Chip and Kipper Stories Decode and Develop: Level 9: The Journey

$6.50

Goodreads rating: 3.63

$6.50

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The Oxford Reading Tree Biff, Chip and Kipper Stories Decode and Develop: Level 9: The Journey is a great read for young children who are learning to read phonetically. The story follows a family's train ride, which takes an unexpected turn. With a mix of familiar settings and new magic key adventures, the book is full of humor and drama, and the illustrations are detailed and captivating. The book contains high-interest vocabulary to support language development beyond Phase 5 of Letters and Sounds, making it a valuable addition to any child's learning journey.
Read at Home: Level 2b: I Can Trick a Tiger Book + CD - Thryft
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Cynthia Rider, Alex Brychta  | Oxford University Press

Read at Home: Level 2b: I Can Trick a Tiger Book + CD

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Goodreads rating: 4.0

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"I Can Trick a Tiger" is a great choice for beginner readers who want an interactive reading experience. The audio CD included in the book helps children to learn new words, understand expressions and enjoy stories. The "Tips for Reading Together" section of the book helps parents to support their child's reading development. The puzzle and game activities included in the book help make it fun and engaging for children.
Read at Home: 2a: Poor Old Rabbit Book + CD - Thryft
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Roderick Hunt, Cynthia Rider, Alex Brychta  | Oxford University Press

Read at Home: 2a: Poor Old Rabbit Book + CD

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Goodreads rating: 3.71

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This book is perfect for beginner readers, as it offers a variety of activities support reading skills and parental guidance. The inclusion of a CD makes it an engaging experience for children as they listen and read along. The tips for reading together and "think about the story" page also offer helpful guidance for parents. Overall, this book is a great way to make reading enjoyable for children while also improving their skills.
Read at Home: 4a: Looking After Gran - Thryft
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Cynthia Rider, Roderick Hunt, Alex Brychta  | Oxford University Press

Read at Home: 4a: Looking After Gran

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Goodreads rating: 3.92

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"Read at Home: 4a: Looking After Gran Book + CD" is a great read for parents and children to share and enjoy together. With its focus on beginner readers, it provides a wide range of activities to support reading skills and encourages parents to get involved in their child's learning journey. The inclusion of a CD to read along with adds an element of interactivity and fun to the reading experience.
Read at Home: 1c: Dad's Birthday Book + CD - Thryft
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Alex Brychta, Roderick Hunt, Cynthia Rider  | Oxford University Press

Read at Home: 1c: Dad's Birthday Book + CD

$4.90

Goodreads rating: 3.95

$4.90

67% off est. retail
This book is perfect for beginner readers who want to have interactive and fun reading experience with their dads. With a CD that has a reading of the story and page turn alerts, children can read along, enhancing their reading skills. The book also provides games and puzzles that are related to the story. With parental support in the form of practical tips and vocabulary lists, this is an excellent book for kids who are just starting to read.
Read at Home: Level 1a: Funny Fish Book + CD - Thryft
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Roderick Hunt, Cynthia Rider, Kate Ruttle  | Oxford University Press

Read at Home: Level 1a: Funny Fish Book + CD

$4.90

Goodreads rating: 3.85

$4.90

67% off est. retail
Read at Home: Level 1a: Funny Fish Book + CD is a great option for parents who want to get their children into beginner reading. The interactive CD-ROM format, sound signals, and puzzle activity makes reading more enjoyable for young learners. The "Tips for Reading Together" and "Think about the Story" sections also provide useful discussion points for parents and children to further engage with the story. The humorous and detailed illustrations by Alex Brychta adds to the story's charm, making it a fun read-along with plenty of creative and educational engagement opportunities.
The Go-Kart - Thryft
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Roderick Hunt, Alex Brychta  | Oxford University Press

The Go-Kart

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Goodreads rating: 0.0

$5.07

The Go-Kart is a wonderful addition to the Oxford Reading Tree series, with its engaging new artwork and simplified structure. This book is perfect for young readers who want to immerse themselves in exciting new stories while sharpening their reading skills. Its vibrant illustrations and relatable characters are sure to captivate and entertain children of all ages.
The Toys' Party - Thryft
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Roderick Hunt, Alex Brychta  | Oxford University Press

The Toys' Party

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Goodreads rating: 3.8

$5.07

"The Toys' Party" is a perfect addition to children's bookshelves. The story goes about Biff, Chip, and Kipper's toys coming to life and throwing a party! This imaginative plot encourages children to explore their creativity, and the easy-to-read language makes it an excellent book for beginners. Its vibrant illustrations done by Alex Brychta also make it a visually appealing read.
Classic Tales: Ugly Duckling Beginner level 2 - Thryft
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Sue Arengo, Katherine Lucas  | Oxford University Press

Classic Tales: Ugly Duckling Beginner level 2

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Goodreads rating: 3.13

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This book is a great pick for parents or teachers looking to introduce young children to classic fairy tales. The colorful illustrations and simple language are appealing to young readers, while the glossary and puzzles help develop vocabulary and comprehension skills. The accompanying cassettes also provide an opportunity to work on listening and pronunciation skills.
Oxford Reading Tree: Level 1+: More First Sentences C: What a Din! - Thryft
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Ages 0-5
Roderick Hunt | Oxford University Press, Usa

Oxford Reading Tree: Level 1+: More First Sentences C: What a Din!

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Goodreads rating: 3.88

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This book is perfect for young children who are just beginning to read. With simple and repetitive sentences, it helps build vocabulary and fluency in a fun and engaging way. The colorful illustrations make it easy for children to follow along and comprehend the story. Overall, a great tool to help kids develop their reading skills.
Read at Home: More Level 2C: Ouch! - Thryft
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Annemarie Young, Roderick Hunt, Kate Ruttle  | Oxford University Press

Read at Home: More Level 2C: Ouch!

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Goodreads rating: 4.14

$3.88

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Read at Home: More Level 2C: Ouch! is a great choice for parents looking for beginner-friendly books for their young ones. This book offers real-life and fantasy adventures that are entertaining and engaging for children who are starting to read. With careful grading and gradual progression, the book is designed to help children learn new words, letters, and sentences. The humorous and detailed illustrations by Alex Brychta make the stories come alive, making it enjoyable for kids to read.
Read at Home: More Level 1C: Mum's New Hat - Thryft
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Cynthia Rider, Alex Brychta, Roderick Hunt  | Oxford University Press

Read at Home: More Level 1C: Mum's New Hat

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Goodreads rating: 4.18

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"Read at Home: More Level 1C: Mum's New Hat" is perfect for young children who are starting to learn how to read. Its high degree of vocabulary repetition and patterning make it easy and engaging for young readers to follow along with the story. The book is filled with real-life and fantasy adventures that are entertaining for both children and parents.
Read At Home More Level 1A The Snowman - Thryft
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Ages 0-5
Cynthia Rider, Alex Brychta  | Oxford University Press

Read At Home More Level 1A The Snowman

$7.90 $3.90 51% off

Goodreads rating: 4.15

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"The Snowman" could be a great read for parents who are beginning to teach their children how to read. With its simple sentence structure and high degree of patterning and vocabulary repetition, it can help children recognize letter sounds and match words. The illustrations are also engaging and can keep children interested in the story. Overall, this book is perfect for early readers who are just starting to explore the world of reading.
Oxford Reading Tree: Level 5: Floppy's Phonics: Gran's New Blue Shoes - Thryft
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Roderick Hunt | Oxford University Press

Oxford Reading Tree: Level 5: Floppy's Phonics: Gran's New Blue Shoes

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Goodreads rating: 4.0

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This book is great for young readers who are just starting with their reading journey. The phonics-based story teaches them new words while improving their reading skills. The fun and interesting plot of the story will keep the child engaged while they learn. It also comes with support notes at the inside cover, and additional reading development resources are available on www.oxfordowl.co.uk.
Oxford Reading Tree: Level 1: First Words: Six in Bed - Thryft
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Ages 0-5
Roderick Hunt, Alex Brychta  | Oxford University Press, Usa

Oxford Reading Tree: Level 1: First Words: Six in Bed

$5.90 $3.90 34% off

Goodreads rating: 3.86

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Oxford Reading Tree: Level 1: First Words: Six in Bed is a great read for children who are just starting to learn how to read. With its wordless stories, simple first words, and supportive inside cover notes, young readers will find it easy to follow along and understand. The colorful illustrations by Alex Brychta will engage children's attention and help them comprehend the story. Additionally, parents and teachers can find further support for their children's reading development at www.oxfordowl.co.uk.
Oxford Reading Tree: Level 5: Floppy's Phonics: The Playground - Thryft
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Ages 6-8
Roderick Hunt | Oxford University Press, Usa

Oxford Reading Tree: Level 5: Floppy's Phonics: The Playground

$7.90 $3.90 51% off

Goodreads rating: 3.0

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"Oxford Reading Tree: Level 5: Floppy's Phonics: The Playground" is a great book for young readers who are just beginning to learn about phonics. The story is fun and engaging, making it an enjoyable reading experience for children. Additionally, the book contains notes to help support children in their reading development, allowing for a smooth and successful reading experience. Overall, this book is a great choice for parents or teachers looking to help young children develop their reading skills in an easy and enjoyable way.
Who Is It? - Thryft
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Roderick Hunt, Alex Brychta  | Oxford University Press

Who Is It?

$3.88

Goodreads rating: 4.0

$3.88

Who Is It? is a great book for children who are starting to read. It follows the Biff and Chip Show, where they introduce the key words such as the characters' names, and and the in an engaging way. The stories are child-centered and motivating, with mystery and excitement peppered throughout. The book is perfect for children who are curious and love adventure.
The Haircut - Thryft
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Ages 0-5
Roderick Hunt | Oxford University Press

The Haircut

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Goodreads rating: 3.37

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The Haircut is a charming children's book that follows the story of a young boy getting a haircut for the first time. The unique and distinctive feature of this book is its ability to beautifully capture the fears and anxieties young children feel about new experiences, and how they can overcome them. It's a great read for parents to share with their kids who may be nervous about getting their first haircut.
The Library - Thryft
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Rod Hunt | Oxford University Press

The Library

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Goodreads rating: 4.0

$3.88

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"The Library is an excellent book for children who are just starting to read. With its engaging adventures, young readers will be able to explore the world of reading in a fun and exciting way. One of the unique features of this book is that it is part of the Oxford Reading Tree series, which is widely used in schools to help children develop their reading skills. If you're a parent or teacher looking for a book to help children develop their love for reading, The Library is definitely worth checking out."
Ladybird Read It Yourself - Thryft
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Oxford University Press | Ladybird

Ladybird Read It Yourself

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Goodreads rating: 0.0

$3.90

This level is useful for children who are confident readers who can read simple stories with some help. The stories are written in a simple way, helping children who are learning to read. The book has approximately 47 pages with bright colors and cute illustrations, making reading fun for little ones. Supports Early Years Foundation Stage.
The Best in Children's Books : The University of Chicago Guide to Children's Literature, 1966-72 - Thryft
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Zena Sutherland | University Of Chicago Press

The Best in Children's Books : The University of Chicago Guide to Children's Literature, 1966-72

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Goodreads rating: 4.0

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This book is an ideal read for parents, teachers, and librarians who want to help children develop good reading habits and learn how to choose appropriate books. The book contains 1,400 reviews of the best children's literature published between 1966 and 1972 and can help adults select high-quality books that children will enjoy and benefit from. The clear and concise reviews make it easy to choose great books for kids of all ages.