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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.
Title: I Kissed the Baby!
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
Title: Touch and Feel: Farm
Illustrator: By the author
Why We Love It:
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
Title: Hand Rhymes
Illustrator: By the author
Why We Love It:
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
Title: Flip Flap Farm
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
Title: A New Friend
Illustrator: Jennifer A. Bell
Why We Love It:
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
Title: Brendan Buckley’s Universe and Everything in It
Illustrator: N/A
Why We Love It:
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
Recent Blog Posts
Why and How to Master Reading Aloud
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
Children look forward to and enjoy Valentines Day. They love giving and receiving valentines and the chance to share affection with those we care about. It’s a time for making paper …more
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