Laptops, mobile phones, game consoles – many children wish for some kind of gaming gadget for the holidays that they can use to play games until the wires glow. It is not uncommon for this wish to lead to a real generational conflict. Numerous parents go on strike and often demand computer-free zones. Even if children often don't want to see it, there are numerous ways to spend free time differently – by reading a book, for example.
Children's books to the power
They still exist: children's books. However, they don't just want to spend their time on the shelf, they want to be read. Thanks to their existence, it is possible for children to use their imagination and dive into completely new worlds. The term 'mental cinema' takes on a completely new meaning in the context of children's books. But it starts with reading aloud. Parents should take this task seriously and tackle the first milestone in terms of reading pleasure themselves. Reading aloud has a positive effect on the child's reading and language development. We have looked around and compiled the best children's books.
Three Friends – Together They Are Strong – Nicholas Oldland
The three friends: a beaver, a moose, and a bear. Together they embark on a great journey to strengthen their friendship. Not everything always goes as planned. But with combined efforts, the teamwork succeeds.
The picture book with the funny trio is suitable for children aged 3 and up. Due to the quirky characters and the funny drawings, it's not just the young audience that gets to laugh. Fun for young and old.
Mücke, the Tooth Fairy, on a Milk Tooth Hunt – Nina Dulleck
The little tooth fairy, Mücke, wants a super-cleaning toothbrush at any cost – but that requires at least three milk teeth. That is the price Mücke has to pay for the toothbrush at the tooth fairy shop. Thus begins the exciting milk tooth hunt.
With funny illustrations and lots of fun, the author has managed to ensure that children aged 5 and up no longer have to be afraid of losing their milk teeth. The characters are designed in such a way that they make you want more – a successful work that playfully trains concentration.
From Bullerby to Lönneberga – Astrid Lindgren
Who doesn't know them? The stories of Pippi Longstocking, Ronia the Robber's Daughter, Emil of Lönneberga, and the children of Bullerby? In this work the most beautiful stories are summarized. This way, children discover the beloved characters in different stories and experience adventures together.
A total of 18 stories are presented, which are accompanied by colorful pictures. A reading pleasure for the whole family. The recommended age here is 6 years and up.
George's Secret Key to the Universe – Lucy & Stephen Hawking
In this Book it is about George, who suddenly meets the scientist Eric and his daughter Annie. That wouldn't be anything special if Eric and Annie didn't have a fascinating computer named Cosmos. It is so interesting because it can open the door to the universe.
Thanks to this book, children aged 10 and up and their parents experience an exciting journey into space. There are not only explanations about gases, stars, and planets – adventures are also experienced that lead through space and time.
Petronella Applepie: Bewitched and Stuck – Sabine Städing
The Apple tree witch Petronella lives in an apple and enjoys the delicious peace and quiet here until one fine day the Kuchenbrand family with twins Luis and Lea moves into the house next door. At first, Petronella wants to drive the curious family away with magic and tricks, until one day a coincidence brings the neighbors together.
The first volume about the lively witch reaches not only children aged 8 and up. Thanks to numerous black-and-white pictures and wit, small and large children travel into a magical world.
Please Don't Open – Biting! – Charlotte Habersack
One day, Nemo receives a package labeled “Please don't open!”. But his curiosity is piqued. He opens the package and a plush figure appears named Yeti-Knight Icy-Ice-Monsta. However, this is no normal plush toy, but a living yeti that soon grows big. Very big!
This work for kids aged 8 and up is not only imaginatively written, but packed with wit, strange incidents, and numerous adventures. Suitable not only for boys, but definitely for girls too.
How? That's it already?
Of course, there are numerous other books that would be worth introducing – but that would go beyond the scope here. It is important to pave the way for children into the world of words and adventures. This way, interest is awakened step by step with every additional book and the desire to read for oneself is revealed.
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