Allyn, Pam. What to Read When: The Books and Stories to Read with Your Child and All the Best Times to Read Them.
An award-winning educator makes recommendations to parents and caregivers on how to choose appropriate reading material that takes into account a young person's age, interest, attention capacity, and other attributes, in a guide that is complemented by an annotated list of three hundred top-selected books in a variety of categories. PC 649.58 ALY

Codell, Esme Raji. How to Get Your Child to Love Reading: For Ravenous and Reluctant Readers Alike.
Offers scores of thematic book lists parents can use to inspire young readers, ranging from topics as diverse as medieval England to dinosaurs or hiccups. Covering a vast spectrum of subjects and authors, Codell casts a wide net as she builds a magical literary bridge between home and school; she creates a contagious enthusiasm for the enormous value of children's literature, which will leave parents primed for their next trip to the library or bookstore.PC 028.55 COD

Fox, Mem.  Reading Magic:  Why Reading Aloud to Our Children Will Change Their Lives Forever.
An introduction for parents about reading aloud to their children. Fox explains that babies are born learners, discusses the importance of books in the home, and stresses the value of a read-aloud ritual. She also includes a chapter on how to read aloud, which novice readers wi ll find useful. PC 649.58 FOX

Halsted, Judith Wynn. Some of my Best Friends Are Books: Guiding Gifted Readers From Preschool through High School.
A thorough introduction to the emotional and intellectual developmental needs and reading patterns of gifted children and to current research on bibliotherapy. Outlines criteria for selecting books for the gifted and furnishes an annotated bibliography of more than 160 books organized first by grade level, then by categories that include identity, getting along with others, and developing imagination. PC 025.55 HAL

Isaacs, Kathleen T. Excellent Books for Early and Eager Readers.
Early and eager readers deserve stories they can get into, information that's challenging and up-to-date, and ideas that are new and stimulating, all while remaining age appropriate. Here are 300 book recommendations for early able readers ages 4 10, honing in on writing that will challenge but not frustrate young readers.TC 028.55 ISA

Pearl, Nancy. Book Crush: For Kids and Teens: Recommended Reading for every Mood, Moment, and Interest.
Presents lists of recommended book titles for children and teenagers divided into three age groups and then further subdivided into more than 118 categories, including animals, folktales, girl power, autobiographies, comic books, and many others. YA 011.625 PEA

Straub, Susan and KJ Dell'Antonia. Reading with Babies, Toddlers, and Twos : A Guide to Choosing, Reading, and Loving Books Together.
An introduction to how and why to read aloud to your child and why you should start as young as possible. It also includes many thematic lists of books for children in the 0 to 3 age range. PC 028.5 STR

Trelease, Jim. The Read-Aloud Handbook.
The standard by which all read-aloud guides are measured. Covers why and how to read aloud, when to begin and what makes a good read-aloud.  He also talks about "reading-aloud's silent partner," sustained silent reading. Devotes an entire chapter to television.  Best of all is his "treasury", where he lists books appropriate for all ages from infant to adult, with a summary of each.  PC 372.452 TRE

Zbaracki, Matthew D. Best Books for Boys: A Resource for Educators.
This book is designed to help educators and parents find fiction and nonfiction titles that are interesting and motivating for young male readers. The 500 entries are organized by genre, each with a brief plot summary, indication of reading level, and complete bibliographic information. TC 028.1624 ZBA

Zivrin, Stephanie. Read with Me: Best Books for Preschoolers.
This guide's core focus is on reading readiness and helping position children to succeed in school and offers more than 300 age-appropriate and subject-specific book selections. These recommendations reflect family, community, play, and the environment. Mirroring a child's world as they grow and mature, chapters include segments on reading together, friendship, places near and far, and making believe. PC 028.533 ZVI