Great Books for Break

Originally Published December 2017

One of the great joys that I have experienced as a parent is reading with my children, especially in the dark and cold months of winter.   When my son and daughter were young, I loved nothing more than snuggling with them under a blanket or in front of a fire to read books that took us to faraway places, made us laugh, or helped us to understand a hurt or problem that we were experiencing.

We know that reading together with our children is a great way to foster a love of learning, increase vocabulary, and model fluency.  But perhaps even more importantly is the relationship and connection that comes from reading together.

As we get ready to embark on a two-week break from school, I hope that now will be a time for you read with your families.  I know that life is so busy, and time to slow down is often difficult to find.  But perhaps now is the perfect time to do some slowing down.  Find a favorite book from your past or visit a bookstore or library to find a new treasure.  But read.  Snuggle up on the sofa and read together.  I am confident that you will enjoy it!

Some Miller Family Favorite Read-Alouds:

If You Give a Moose a Muffin – Laura Numeroff (Author) and Felicia Bond (Illustrator)

The Giving Tree – Shel Silverstein

You Are Special -Max Lucado (Author) and Sergio Martinez (Illustrator)

Oh, The Places You’ll Go! – Dr. Seuss