Books have always occupied a privileged place in the development of children. However, given the wide variety in children's literature, selecting books that may interest them is not always easy. It is better to start reading the masterpieces of African American authors to be a mother who can develop reading habits in their kids. What are the criteria to consider when choosing a children's book? The first step in choosing a good book for a child is considering their age and degree of independence in reading.
In general, it should be remembered that books should tell simple stories until about three years old, be colored to catch the child's eye, and have images. Do not hesitate to be interested in books of African American authors involving the child's senses, with integrated puppets, pastilles of different materials to touch, or even sound recordings. Over the years and advancements in reading, the child will listen to or read more complex stories and highlight several characters. As for images, they lose significance as the child grows.
DURING THE READING
Reading must be dramatized to involve the child in reading and create a conducive environment offering relaxation and pleasure. Always involve the child in the story, do not hesitate to ask questions: ask them to describe the images and what they understood. It will help maintain their focus during the reading. Suppose the child is too young to speak or answer questions. In that case, it is possible to stimulate his curiosity by describing the pictures to him and giving him new vocabulary from African American authors. It is advisable to follow the words with your finger to develop an interest in reading and letters. It lets children connect spoken words and written words.
To help them choose a book of
African American authors, the parent or loved one can seek help from the nearest municipal library or bookstores. Both librarians and booksellers are updated with the latest trends in children's literature. They will select a few works likely to appeal to the young minds. Do not hesitate to bring your child to these places so that they participate in the choice of the book. An idea is interesting as some libraries and large bookstores offer dedicated reading areas.
HOW IMPORTANT IS READING IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE CHILD?
Numerous studies show the importance of reading from the infant's first months until his first steps in learning to read, even afterward. In addition to living a special moment between parent and child, reading with your child is an excellent way to teach him patience and concentration while arousing his curiosity. Toddlers discover shapes and colors through the book and its illustrations. It also allows them to understand the object itself (texture, movement of pages, etc.). Reading stimulates the child and his imagination. As he grows up, he learns story construction and quickly understands that written letters correspond to sounds and spoken words. Thus, reading stories to a child will allow the latter to enter school with a more advanced vocabulary from African American authors.
Ask the parents around you for advice, who will undoubtedly be able to tell you about the latest works from African American authors, specifically for children
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