Good Reads: January 2015
Book Recommendations for Your Keiki—from Preschool Through Eighth Grade, Plus a Little Something for Mom and Dad.
Preschool
Three Bears in a Boat
by David Soman
When they break their mother’s treasured blue shell, three bears set off on a sailing adventure none of the bears expected.
Kindergarten
The Mermaid and the Shoe
by K.G. Campbell
Every one of King Neptune’s 50 mermaid daughters has a special talent. Except Minnow. Go on this journey with her to find her purpose and answer her question: “Who am I?”
First Grade
Beatrice Spells Some Lulus and Learns to Write a Letter
by Cari Best
Spelling interests Beatrice to the point of obsession, but her class doesn’t share her fascination – until she turns show and tell into show and spell! Her goal is to learn to write a letter to thank her grandmother, and she does.
Fifth Grade
Cool Paper Folding: Creative Activities That Make Math & Science Fun for Kids!
by Anders Hanson
Explore some geometric forms, modules and terms, origami-style, with a little guidance from mom or dad.
Third Grade
Penguinʻs Hidden Talent
by Alex Latimer
Penguin organizes the local show, and it’s a success, but he’s the only one who doesn’t have skill or win a medal. His friends throw him a party, and it’s a bust until he takes over the planning, and that’s when he discovers his hidden talent!
Seventh Grade
Sisters
by Raina Telgemeier
Introspective Raina hoped for a sister, but she didn’t expect outdoors-loving Amara. Can you say “sibling rivalry” plus bickering?
For Parents
A Survival Guide to Parenting Teens: Talking to Your Kids About Sexting, Drinking, Drugs and Other Things That Freak You Out
by Joani Geltman
This book not only addresses all those uncomfortable topics listed in its title, it also attacks depression, defiance, laziness, conformity, entitlement and more with honesty and humor. What may be the best thing about this book: you can look up the individual problem, and get a specific answer.
These books and many others for all ages are available at your public library or you can place a request for titles. You can borrow “all you can carry” for a three-week loan period with your public-library card. Please check the Hawaii State Public Library System website for a list of library locations, hours and free, family-friendly programs at a library near you at librarieshawaii.org.
