How To Choose A Good Book

• Think about what you like (your hobbies and interests).

• Think about the kind of book you like (fiction, nonfiction, picture book).

• Browse the shelves and look for the spine stickers that tell what kind of book it is (mystery, historical fiction, science fiction, fantasy, holiday, award winner, etc.).

• Read the back cover or the inside flap of the cover.  You will usually find a short summary of what the book is about.  Does it interest you?

• Open the book and look at the pages and pictures.  Read a few.  Is it comfortable to read?  Did the author capture your interest?

• Ask someone who enjoys reading to recommend a book or author.

• Look at the Authors No Child Should Miss lists or the Caldecott and Newbery Award posters on the library walls and doors.

• Browse the shelf where your favorite author's books are.  There may be a new title waiting for you!

• Look at the books on the return cart.  Someone else enjoyed those books, maybe you will too.

• Scan the books that are on display.  Often they are new titles or books that are of special interest.

• Go to a computer and open the library catalog.  Search for some of your favorite topics by keyword or subject.

• Ask Miss Thomas or your teacher.  They are the EXPERTS!