Great Read Alouds for Preschoolers

Don't forget the littlest readers in your home.  While most preschoolers aren't reading on their own yet, it is extremely important that they be exposed to great books and reading early.  When small children are read to daily, they develop a more sophisticated vocabulary and better knowledge of story structure which will help them tremendously as they begin their schooling and learning to read.

To Market, To Market by Anne Miranda

A simple trip to the grocery turns into absolute chaos (many of my early trips to the grocery with small children in tow turned out the same so I could relate)!  Find out what happens when the groceries are alive and our shopper must find a solution to her hunger.  (Hint: We often would read this book when soup or gazpacho is on the menu for lunch.)  Recommended by Sarah.

Rachel Fister's Blister by Amy MacDonald This rhyming story is loads of fun.  Everyone in town is called to try to cure poor Rachel's blister on "her little left-hand toe", but only two people can figure out exactly what Rachel needs.  This has been a favorite story in our home for many years.  Recommended by Rachel and Sarah

"Hi, Pizza Man!" by Virginia Walter Pete's A Pizza by William Steig Pizza is a basic food group around our home and these two books are loads of fun to read while you are waiting for your hot pizza to arrive by either delivery or home oven. Recommended by Sarah

We're Going on a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen This is a classic story and the oversize style of the book makes it perfect for sharing.   Read the story and add sound effects and hand motions.  It's also lots of fun to go on your own "bear" hunt by hiding a stuffed animal and going through household or yard obstacles such as piled up pillows or over a jungle gym.  Recommended by Sarah.