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Sparking a love of reading

is the single most important thing parents can do for their children to help prepare them for success in school—and life. Welcome to Go Reader Go. We offer clear and expert reading advice, and can recommend the very best children’s books. Together we’ll help you raise your lifelong reader.


Newborn Books

I Kissed the Baby

Title: I Kissed the Baby!

Author: Mary Murphy

Illustrator: By the author

Why We Love It:

Why We Love It

I Kissed the Baby is a wonderful first book for newborns and is a favorite in our house. At this stage, newborns …more

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Tags: baby, baby shower gift, black & white, board book, duck, infant, kisses, newborn, picture book, story time, toddler

 

Infant Books

Title: Touch and Feel: Farm

Author: DK Publishing

Illustrator: By the author

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Why We Love It

Simple, full color photos of common farm animals with different textured surfaces for touching and stroking make this an interactive delight for …more

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Toddler Books

Title: Hand Rhymes

Author: Marc Brown

Illustrator: By the author

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Why We Love It

Babies and young children love to move their bodies to words, chants, rhymes and music. Hand Rhymes shows the motions for the …more

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Preschool Books

Title: Flip Flap Farm

Author: Nosy Crow

Illustrator: Axel Scheffler

Why We Love It:

Why We Love It

Who doesn’t love crazy animals? The informative rhymes for each farm animal alone would have made this a great book. Two flaps …more

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Tags: animal sound, axel scheffler, board book, creativity, farm, flap book, infant, interactive, phonics, preschool, toddler

 

Beginner Books

Title: A New Friend

Author: Poppy Green

Illustrator: Jennifer A. Bell

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Why We Love It

Sophie Mouse enjoys going to school and playing with her friends. When Owen, a young snake, becomes the new student, Sophie is …more

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Elementary Books

Title: Brendan Buckley’s Universe and Everything in It

Author: Sundee T. Frazier

Illustrator: N/A

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Why We Love It

Ten-year old Brendan is the believable protagonist in this book. It has realistic dialogue and thoughtful reflections on topics including race relations …more

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Tags: african american, coming of age, coretta scott king award, elementary, family, grandfather, multiracial, prejudice, realistic fiction, rock collecting, science

 

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Most parents know the multiple benefits of reading regularly to their kids, one of which is to begin school ahead of the game. According to the landmark 1985 report Becoming …more


Enrichment Activities With Children’s Books

You can extend the value of reading with creative enrichment activities using your children’s favorite books. Regardless of your child’s age, choose a couple of enrichment activities, projects, discussion guides …more


Valentine’s Day Books and Activities

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Recent Q&A


Developing Reading Stamina

My child is a reluctant reader who only chooses shorter books. What can I do?

The problem:
Big, thick books can be really intimidating for some readers. Pages seem to stretch endlessly ahead with no end …more


How can I read when my toddler won’t ever sit still?

Toddlers are on the move! They enjoy hearing, moving to and touching books and many are still developing the patience for hearing a full story. There are many ways you …more


Why does my child want to hear the same story over and over?

Hearing a beloved story is comforting. Children know what to expect and each time you read the book they look forward to their favorite parts. For new and developing readers, …more


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