Best Books

Ever wonder how to pick a book you are sure to enjoy?  The articles on this page will help point you in the right direction.  Younger students should use the 5 Finger Test to help decide if the book will be readable or a struggle.  Everyone would benefit from thinking about How To Choose A Good Book, and Central Bucks teachers and librarians have put together a really great list of authors in the Authors No Child Should Miss lists.  The lists are divided into types (genre) of books and there is a list for K-3 and one for 4-6.  You can also link to the American Library Association's lists of Caldecott and Newbery Award winning books.  Don't forget to ask Miss Thomas or the public librarian for suggestions!
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THE FIVE FINGER TEST
This is an easy way to check the reading level of a book.  It will help you see if a book is just right or too hard.  If it's too hard to read alone, find a buddy to read with you.

HOW TO CHOOSE A GOOD BOOK
Here are some helpful hints for choosing a book that you will enjoy.

AUTHORS NO CHILD SHOULD MISS
Central Bucks librarians and teaches have put together a great list of authors for many types (genre) of books.  This list is a terrific place to start your search for a good book.

CALDECOTT AWARD
  The Caldecott Award is given by the American Library Association for the best illustrations in children's literature.
CLICK HERE   to link to the ALA site

NEWBERY  AWARD
  The Newbery Award is given by the American Library Association for the best writing in children's literature.
CLICK HERE   to link to the ALA site