First, I would like to thank NetGalley and Workman Publishing Company for providing me with a free PDF copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Pamela Paul and Maria Russo have crafted an excellent handbook on how to engage child readers at all stages of development. The advice given is derived from the fields of psychology (specifically, child and adolescent development) and literacy. The book skillfully guides parents in incorporating reading into a child’s life in an appropriate manner for his or her life stage and cautions against common mistakes that may detract from reading. Examples of books that are appropriate for each stage of development are listed within each section, and there is also an appendix of books divided into categories with examples for each life stage including everything from “tearjerkers” to “history and biography.” This is an indispensable book to keep on the shelf and reference for years to come! I plan to purchase this book once it is published!

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