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Ask Granny’s choice of books for all ages

Books for Beginning Readers

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If you have a grandchild entering Kindergarten or first grade, one of the best gifts you can give is an assortment of books at beginning levels. Beginning readers need practice with books having a simple vocabulary and lots of rhythm … Continue reading

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The Benefits of Reading Biographies

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It used to be that reading for children was all about fiction. We started them out with nursery rhymes, moved on to fairy tales and folk tales, then picture books and finally on to the very prestigious chapter books. There … Continue reading

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Mystery Reading for Kids

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  Who didn’t love the Nancy Drew Mysteries? Nancy drove a roadster and was always dressed just so. She solved all those mysteries and barely mussed her hair. Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys are still around for kids who … Continue reading

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Summer 2011, Great Beach Reads

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Here are some websites with great reading selections for those lazy days on the beach this summer. You don’t want anything too heavy—but something just right for a relaxing read. Browse through these lists and then head to your local … Continue reading

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Best Books for Teenaged Guys

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  If there is a teenage young man in your family and he is a reader, you’ll want to browse these websites with lists of stellar books for them. A good read for a guy often begins with suspense or … Continue reading

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Ask Granny’s List of Award-winning Children’s Books

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  If you have a bookworm in your family or you’d like to encourage a child or grandchild to become one, you’ll want to know how to find the very best in Children’s Literature. The market is glutted with books … Continue reading

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