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When full-figured barber Tyler Carver enters GD Fitness for a personal training session, she immediately butts heads with her trainer Gunnar Daniels. Refusing to allow Mr. Just-Walked-off-an-Abercrombie-&-Fitch-Billboard’s rudeness, she gives him a piece of her mind and storms off. Too bad she can't stop thinking about the gorgeous gray-eyed grump. Former fashion model–turned–gym owner Gunnar Daniels, having a day sent express from hell, thinks it can’t get any worse until Tyler Carver, in all her curvy, chocolate glory, takes his breath away the moment he locks eyes with her. Knowing he acted out of character, he apologizes to her. Yet, he wants so much more. Can Tyler and Gunnar help each other discover that beauty is more than skin deep . . . that the beauty within is what truly decides the beauty without?
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 "Totally Romantic!" 2009-08-25
By E. Gonzalez
I love "The Beauty Within". As you read the story you live thru the eyes of Tyler and if you happen to be a BBW yourself, you will identify with her struggles. The story was wonderful, it made you laugh, cry, show anger, and sometimes you wanted to slap both character silly. This was a good story the ending was too short and sweet and I really need to feel more Gunnar's pain and fears, but over all it was an excellent read. I highly recommend it.

 "Just okay" 2009-06-06
By S. Thomas
This book was just okay for me. I love Being Plumville (one of the best books written), however, The Beauty Within fell short for me. Since Tyler only needed to lose about 20 or 30 pounds, from what I was able to gather, and the average body size in the U.S. is 14, the story seemed to dramatic/psycho phobic for my liking. The book began slow, the peaked, then started slipping toward the end. For me the major flaw was the way the author handled Tylers character.

 "The Beauty Within" 2009-05-10
By R. A Rippy (Shelbyville, Tennessee United States)
This book was the bomb! Full figured barber Tyler Carver has decided per her doctor that she needs to lose a few pounds because of health reasons. Her future brother-in-law works at a gym named GD Fitness and offers to be her personal trainer. When she arrives she is rudely told that he is not there and the owner Gunnar Daniels agrees to get her started. He talks down to her and criticizes her size and abilities so she speaks him out and leaves the gym. After Damon his employee and Tyler's future brother-in-law tells Gunnar off for treating Tyler so bad, Gunnar decides he owes her apology and goes to her shop. After a lot of drama, misunderstandings and past loves, things heat up between these two. This book has it all, drama, humor and a few tears. This was a great read!

 "Good Book!" 2009-04-27
By Martinique (Sacramento, CA)
I really liked this book. It was well written and it held my attention. I'll read more from this author.

 "I really didn't love it" 2009-04-24
By K. Johnson (Delaware)
The plot was not about the couple's racial & cultural differences, but about Tyler's poor self-image and her inability to believe someone could love her due to her weight. She's also still dealing with a breakup that happened 6 years ago, which makes her constantly compare Gunnar to her ex. I was exhausted by Tyler's lack of self-esteem and constant crying, but I suppose that's how a person behaves when she has no sense of how wonderful, important, and pretty she is, despite being told repeatedly by every single person around her. There's no clear description of her size, so in my mind I put her in a 12 and I felt like she should get over herself!



I'm not sorry I read The Beauty Within because I like to support authors I like. I hope Savannah Frierson's next book is better edited because this had quite a few typos and the writing just wasn't as tight as her previous works. Transitions weren't always clear - I had to re-read a few lines because at times it felt like something was left out. Finally, the use of foreign languages without always giving the translation got old really quick. The reader has to use context clues to take a guess at what is being said. If you haven't read Being Plumville, please do. It's 1000% better in terms of the plot, conflicts, and writing style and in my opinion it's already a classic.


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The Dog Days of Charlotte Hayes

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It's not that Charlotte hates dogs. Or that she wants all of them to disappear off the face of the planet. It's just that she doesn't see why everyone loves them so much.

So how did she get stuck taking care of a big, drooling Saint Bernard puppy? Rain or shine, hot or cold, poor Beauregard is left chained in the backyard. No one ever plays with him or checks his food and water bowls, and Charlotte can tell he's sad. So she makes sure he has water, gives him belly rubs—blech!—and feeds him every single day. But it's kind of a pain, and she knows Beauregard deserves better. There's a new girl at school who lives in a huge house—plenty of room there for a big dog.

Charlotte has an idea. Now all she needs is a plan. Maybe a lot of plans.

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 "A Dog Story With A Real Twist" 2009-06-03
By Kidsreads.com (New York, NY)
This is a dog story with a real twist: the narrator, 11-year-old Charlotte Hayes, tells us right up front that she is not a dog person. She doesn't hate them or fear them; she just doesn't go all gooey when she sees a puppy. Yet she ends up taking total care of the Saint Bernard her dad bought as a bargain. He brought the dog home, named him Killer, and then pretty much forgot about him.



Charlotte has renamed the dog Beauregard. She's the one who makes sure he has water, feeds him, and scratches his tummy. She talks to him, confiding that it's not fair he has such a boring life, chained next to a doghouse that's too small for him. It's also not fair to Charlotte, she figures, because she shouldn't have to take care of a dog at all.



But Beauregard is not Charlotte's only problem. As the story begins, her mom is suffering a terrible case of the blues. Charlotte's big sister overhears her dad telling someone that his wife has postpartum depression. Mama used to be a happy person who ran in the morning. But nine-month-old Justin Lee is still waking her up at night. Thus she is worn out and constantly cranky.



When Charlotte pleads for Beauregard to be allowed inside, Mama won't hear of it. After all, like all Saint Bernards, he drools. Daddy won't listen to Charlotte's pointed remarks about poor Beauregard's dreary life, refusing to even consider giving the dog away. He seems content to just own the dog, even though he no longer interacts with him. Charlotte can't bear it. She must figure out some way for both her and Beauregard to have a happy ending to their shared sad tale.



Grace Walters is the new girl in Charlotte's class. Beautiful and rich, she lives in a new mansion in town. Charlotte decides that Grace would be the perfect new owner for a drooling Saint Bernard. In fact, maybe Grace's father would offer Daddy a huge amount of money for Beauregard. That would solve every problem: the dog would have a wonderful home, and Daddy would also be happy. That goal pushes Charlotte to make friends with the extremely shy newcomer. And when Grace invites her over, she puts her plan into action. But no matter how many ideas she comes up with for Beauregard, she keeps running into major roadblocks.



Charlotte's story is often funny, but with a poignant undertone that just may cause readers to sniffle as they read to the end. Author Marlane Kennedy does a wonderful job with characters who are so realistic, the reader expects to bump into them at the grocery store. It's to her credit that easy-going Daddy is a truly likable sort, even though he is casually neglectful of Beauregard. In fact, this book has everything: a sympathetic heroine with a goal who keeps being thwarted at every turn, but doesn't give up; a distinct sense of place; unexpected alliances; and interesting secondary characters.



I found THE DOG DAYS OF CHARLOTTE HAYES to be a delightful and compelling read (I devoured it in two sittings), topped off with a satisfying conclusion. Very highly recommended.



--- Reviewed by Terry Miller Shannon

 "the dog days of charlotte hays" 2009-04-26
By Anne Sharp (lancaster, ohio)
This is avery intertaining book for a pre teen. Marla Kennedy wrote this book as if she really knew about St. Bernards. It is a book that will keep the childs interest and wanting ti finish the book and find out what will happen, and it is a happy ending.

 "A Book for Dog People and Non-Dog People, too" 2009-03-27
By Mark Baker (Santa Clarita, CA United States)
Charlotte Hayes is not a dog person. She tolerates them okay, but she doesn't love them the way her father and older sister do. And yet, she's the one who is taking care of the family dog, a big, friendly Saint Bernard. Poor Beauregard (or Killer, depending on who you ask) spends all day chained up in the backyard. Charlotte spends some time with him after school, but she can tell he isn't happy.



So Charlotte decides it is time for her to find a new home for the family pet. Her initial attempt is met by a family who insists they want the dog even if they won't spend any time with it. Can Charlotte come up with a plan that will reduce her family's resistance and find Beauregard a loving home?



This is truly a heart warming book from beginning to end. I'm not much of a dog person myself, but I fell under Beauregard's spell from the first chapter. Yet I was rooting for Charlotte to find him a good home without getting into too much trouble. And I will admit I had tears in my eyes at the ending.



The book includes quite a few sub-plots, which help make Charlotte's world feel even more real. Her entire family seemed quite real to me, even the baby brother. A couple of Charlotte's friends are also developed in a realistic way.



The book is targeted at late elementary school, and I'd say it is perfect for them.



I may be a tad older than that audience, but I enjoyed the book as well. It is simple but touching.


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It's not that Charlotte hates dogs. Or that she wants all of them to disappear off the face of the planet. It's just that she doesn't see why everyone loves them so much.

So how did she get stuck taking care of a big, drooling Saint Bernard puppy? Rain or shine, hot or cold, poor Beauregard is left chained in the backyard. No one ever plays with him or checks his food and water bowls, and Charlotte can tell he's sad. So she makes sure he has water, gives him belly rubs—blech!—and feeds him every single day. But it's kind of a pain, and she knows Beauregard deserves better. There's a new girl at school who lives in a huge house—plenty of room there for a big dog.

Charlotte has an idea. Now all she needs is a plan. Maybe a lot of plans.

How do you rescue your own dog?

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 "A Dog Story With A Real Twist" 2009-06-03
By Kidsreads.com (New York, NY)
This is a dog story with a real twist: the narrator, 11-year-old Charlotte Hayes, tells us right up front that she is not a dog person. She doesn't hate them or fear them; she just doesn't go all gooey when she sees a puppy. Yet she ends up taking total care of the Saint Bernard her dad bought as a bargain. He brought the dog home, named him Killer, and then pretty much forgot about him.



Charlotte has renamed the dog Beauregard. She's the one who makes sure he has water, feeds him, and scratches his tummy. She talks to him, confiding that it's not fair he has such a boring life, chained next to a doghouse that's too small for him. It's also not fair to Charlotte, she figures, because she shouldn't have to take care of a dog at all.



But Beauregard is not Charlotte's only problem. As the story begins, her mom is suffering a terrible case of the blues. Charlotte's big sister overhears her dad telling someone that his wife has postpartum depression. Mama used to be a happy person who ran in the morning. But nine-month-old Justin Lee is still waking her up at night. Thus she is worn out and constantly cranky.



When Charlotte pleads for Beauregard to be allowed inside, Mama won't hear of it. After all, like all Saint Bernards, he drools. Daddy won't listen to Charlotte's pointed remarks about poor Beauregard's dreary life, refusing to even consider giving the dog away. He seems content to just own the dog, even though he no longer interacts with him. Charlotte can't bear it. She must figure out some way for both her and Beauregard to have a happy ending to their shared sad tale.



Grace Walters is the new girl in Charlotte's class. Beautiful and rich, she lives in a new mansion in town. Charlotte decides that Grace would be the perfect new owner for a drooling Saint Bernard. In fact, maybe Grace's father would offer Daddy a huge amount of money for Beauregard. That would solve every problem: the dog would have a wonderful home, and Daddy would also be happy. That goal pushes Charlotte to make friends with the extremely shy newcomer. And when Grace invites her over, she puts her plan into action. But no matter how many ideas she comes up with for Beauregard, she keeps running into major roadblocks.



Charlotte's story is often funny, but with a poignant undertone that just may cause readers to sniffle as they read to the end. Author Marlane Kennedy does a wonderful job with characters who are so realistic, the reader expects to bump into them at the grocery store. It's to her credit that easy-going Daddy is a truly likable sort, even though he is casually neglectful of Beauregard. In fact, this book has everything: a sympathetic heroine with a goal who keeps being thwarted at every turn, but doesn't give up; a distinct sense of place; unexpected alliances; and interesting secondary characters.



I found THE DOG DAYS OF CHARLOTTE HAYES to be a delightful and compelling read (I devoured it in two sittings), topped off with a satisfying conclusion. Very highly recommended.



--- Reviewed by Terry Miller Shannon

 "the dog days of charlotte hays" 2009-04-26
By Anne Sharp (lancaster, ohio)
This is avery intertaining book for a pre teen. Marla Kennedy wrote this book as if she really knew about St. Bernards. It is a book that will keep the childs interest and wanting ti finish the book and find out what will happen, and it is a happy ending.

 "A Book for Dog People and Non-Dog People, too" 2009-03-27
By Mark Baker (Santa Clarita, CA United States)
Charlotte Hayes is not a dog person. She tolerates them okay, but she doesn't love them the way her father and older sister do. And yet, she's the one who is taking care of the family dog, a big, friendly Saint Bernard. Poor Beauregard (or Killer, depending on who you ask) spends all day chained up in the backyard. Charlotte spends some time with him after school, but she can tell he isn't happy.



So Charlotte decides it is time for her to find a new home for the family pet. Her initial attempt is met by a family who insists they want the dog even if they won't spend any time with it. Can Charlotte come up with a plan that will reduce her family's resistance and find Beauregard a loving home?



This is truly a heart warming book from beginning to end. I'm not much of a dog person myself, but I fell under Beauregard's spell from the first chapter. Yet I was rooting for Charlotte to find him a good home without getting into too much trouble. And I will admit I had tears in my eyes at the ending.



The book includes quite a few sub-plots, which help make Charlotte's world feel even more real. Her entire family seemed quite real to me, even the baby brother. A couple of Charlotte's friends are also developed in a realistic way.



The book is targeted at late elementary school, and I'd say it is perfect for them.



I may be a tad older than that audience, but I enjoyed the book as well. It is simple but touching.


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Read-Aloud Handbook

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 "Love it!" 2009-08-29
By A. Dargis
This book gave me the "why" reading is important. Everyone knows they should read to their kids but after reading this and seeing the information about how that reading affects children later in life will really motivate you to make reading a habit.

I also appreciated the information about how the American school system is hindering children's reading and why their method doesn't work very well.

The book list in the back of the book is great!

 "An Extensive, Popular Reading List and Handbook" 2009-05-20
By Shanna A. Gonzalez (Gaithersburg, MD)
Jim Trelease's Read-Aloud Handbook, first published in 1982, has sold over one million copies and gone through six editions. Trelease traveled extensively for the next 25 years, speaking to American educators and parents about how to promote a love of reading among children. He emphasizes reading aloud with parents and other adults, and his arguments for reading are focused on preserving culture, as well as benefiting children educationally and emotionally.



This book consists of ten chapters, the first nine of which a case for reading aloud to children, discussing when to begin reading, and treat other topics related to childhood literacy. Chapter three is especially helpful, describing the stages of reading aloud to children. Trelease follows children them through their maturation process, suggesting specific reading strategies and kinds of books for different stages of maturity. The tenth chapter is an annotated list of recommended readings.



Because of his secular approach, Trelease's primary criteria for selecting books are suitability for reading aloud, writing quality, and appeal to children. His emphasis is not on moral formation, and his moral criteria seem representative of our mainstream culture, especially the increasingly liberal educational culture. Still, this collection is highly respected, and contains many classic books. I have used it primarily to see what books might be popular with children in more secular circles.



The sixth edition is extensive, with over 1000 titles, more than in previous editions. Rather annoyingly, many titles are only suggested in topical unannotated lists such as "Fairy Tale Parodies" and "Sports Stories." I do recommend the final edition because it is more up-to-date and thorough than previous ones.



Jim Trelease has a web site (http://www.trelease-on-reading.com/) listing many of his educational resources, excerpts from his book, as well as a page for reviews of books that were published since the last edition of the book.

 "Good place to start..." 2009-04-06
By M. Martinez-Corrick (Moses Lake, WA)
This book was listed in my professor's Highly Recommended Books to Have. I see and understand why now she is so excited about this book. I've read a few chapters and I value the information I've gleamed from the pages already. The author has a sense of humor to boot, which having read some other textbooks, it's a great asset to have. Sometimes education material- whether it's classroom management, psychology, or language acquisition, can be dry and very hard to read. This is a book I've enjoyed reading and have a hard time putting down. It has quickly become a book I've recommended to parents, and other teachers too.

 "One Thousand Stories Before School Begins" 2009-03-21
By Chris Bowen
Research suggests that a child, in order to be ready to learn to read, needs to hear about a thousand stories before they start school. When I first heard that number, it just sounded so high. Did I need to take some time off from work to stay home to help hit the thousand? But the more I thought about it, my kids were well on their way to a thousand plus. When you add up all those little Dr. Suess and P.D. Eastman books, you can plow through a dozen of those on any given day. Here's the sad fact, though. As a middle school teacher working with struggling readers, I see kids that are twelve and thirteen that are nowhere near the thousand to this day. And it shows. Simply put, one of the most important activities you can do with your kid is read. Let them hear the language modeled well. Let them start to notice all the similarities between stories. I remember laughing when my own daughter, at four, told me that she didn't need to see "The Little Mermaid" because it's probably the same as "Cinderella" and "Sleeping Beauty" and "Snow White". Let your child pick up on rhyming patterns and begin making their own as well.



This book would be worth purchasing for the long list of read-aloud suggestions in the back, but Trelease's own reasons for turning off the TV are dead-on. So is his discussion on OWNING books as apposed to only going to the library. The library is a must, but ownerships means value to kids. Think about it. You own DVD's. You own video games. You must value those things. You need to own books to show their value. And, you can add this one to your list of books you own and items you value.



Chris Bowen

Author of, "Our Kids: Building Relationships in the Classroom"

 "should be required reading for every parent!" 2009-03-04
By Amy Kannel (Tennessee, USA)
When my son was four months old, my mom gave me The Read-Aloud Handbook. I wasn't particularly interested at first; I was already sold on reading to my son, and the title didn't seem particularly intriguing, to be honest. But Mom's enthusiastic description of the author (based on hearing him speak in person) intrigued me. After reading the introduction to the book, I was captivated.



I knew instinctively, having been raised in a home that valued education, that reading was important. But it wasn't until I read The Read-Aloud Handbook that I understood exactly WHY reading was so vital to a child's growth. This book is filled with powerful information and persuasive arguments every parent needs to hear. And the Treasury in the second half of the book is an invaluable resource for discovering new books to read to your child!


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The Read-Aloud Handbook: Fifth Edition

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Every child can become an avid reader, and this beloved, classic guide shows how to make it happen. Jim Trelease explains:

• How reading aloud awakens children's imaginations and improves their language skills
• How to begin reading aloud and which books to choose
• How to create reader-friendly homes, classrooms, and libraries
• How to lure children away from the television and video games

Jim Trelease has made reading aloud a special pleasure for millions of people. With this revised edition he offers a new generation of parents, teachers, grand-

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 "Love it!" 2009-08-29
By A. Dargis
This book gave me the "why" reading is important. Everyone knows they should read to their kids but after reading this and seeing the information about how that reading affects children later in life will really motivate you to make reading a habit.

I also appreciated the information about how the American school system is hindering children's reading and why their method doesn't work very well.

The book list in the back of the book is great!

 "An Extensive, Popular Reading List and Handbook" 2009-05-20
By Shanna A. Gonzalez (Gaithersburg, MD)
Jim Trelease's Read-Aloud Handbook, first published in 1982, has sold over one million copies and gone through six editions. Trelease traveled extensively for the next 25 years, speaking to American educators and parents about how to promote a love of reading among children. He emphasizes reading aloud with parents and other adults, and his arguments for reading are focused on preserving culture, as well as benefiting children educationally and emotionally.



This book consists of ten chapters, the first nine of which a case for reading aloud to children, discussing when to begin reading, and treat other topics related to childhood literacy. Chapter three is especially helpful, describing the stages of reading aloud to children. Trelease follows children them through their maturation process, suggesting specific reading strategies and kinds of books for different stages of maturity. The tenth chapter is an annotated list of recommended readings.



Because of his secular approach, Trelease's primary criteria for selecting books are suitability for reading aloud, writing quality, and appeal to children. His emphasis is not on moral formation, and his moral criteria seem representative of our mainstream culture, especially the increasingly liberal educational culture. Still, this collection is highly respected, and contains many classic books. I have used it primarily to see what books might be popular with children in more secular circles.



The sixth edition is extensive, with over 1000 titles, more than in previous editions. Rather annoyingly, many titles are only suggested in topical unannotated lists such as "Fairy Tale Parodies" and "Sports Stories." I do recommend the final edition because it is more up-to-date and thorough than previous ones.



Jim Trelease has a web site (http://www.trelease-on-reading.com/) listing many of his educational resources, excerpts from his book, as well as a page for reviews of books that were published since the last edition of the book.

 "Good place to start..." 2009-04-06
By M. Martinez-Corrick (Moses Lake, WA)
This book was listed in my professor's Highly Recommended Books to Have. I see and understand why now she is so excited about this book. I've read a few chapters and I value the information I've gleamed from the pages already. The author has a sense of humor to boot, which having read some other textbooks, it's a great asset to have. Sometimes education material- whether it's classroom management, psychology, or language acquisition, can be dry and very hard to read. This is a book I've enjoyed reading and have a hard time putting down. It has quickly become a book I've recommended to parents, and other teachers too.

 "One Thousand Stories Before School Begins" 2009-03-21
By Chris Bowen
Research suggests that a child, in order to be ready to learn to read, needs to hear about a thousand stories before they start school. When I first heard that number, it just sounded so high. Did I need to take some time off from work to stay home to help hit the thousand? But the more I thought about it, my kids were well on their way to a thousand plus. When you add up all those little Dr. Suess and P.D. Eastman books, you can plow through a dozen of those on any given day. Here's the sad fact, though. As a middle school teacher working with struggling readers, I see kids that are twelve and thirteen that are nowhere near the thousand to this day. And it shows. Simply put, one of the most important activities you can do with your kid is read. Let them hear the language modeled well. Let them start to notice all the similarities between stories. I remember laughing when my own daughter, at four, told me that she didn't need to see "The Little Mermaid" because it's probably the same as "Cinderella" and "Sleeping Beauty" and "Snow White". Let your child pick up on rhyming patterns and begin making their own as well.



This book would be worth purchasing for the long list of read-aloud suggestions in the back, but Trelease's own reasons for turning off the TV are dead-on. So is his discussion on OWNING books as apposed to only going to the library. The library is a must, but ownerships means value to kids. Think about it. You own DVD's. You own video games. You must value those things. You need to own books to show their value. And, you can add this one to your list of books you own and items you value.



Chris Bowen

Author of, "Our Kids: Building Relationships in the Classroom"

 "should be required reading for every parent!" 2009-03-04
By Amy Kannel (Tennessee, USA)
When my son was four months old, my mom gave me The Read-Aloud Handbook. I wasn't particularly interested at first; I was already sold on reading to my son, and the title didn't seem particularly intriguing, to be honest. But Mom's enthusiastic description of the author (based on hearing him speak in person) intrigued me. After reading the introduction to the book, I was captivated.



I knew instinctively, having been raised in a home that valued education, that reading was important. But it wasn't until I read The Read-Aloud Handbook that I understood exactly WHY reading was so vital to a child's growth. This book is filled with powerful information and persuasive arguments every parent needs to hear. And the Treasury in the second half of the book is an invaluable resource for discovering new books to read to your child!


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 "Love it!" 2009-08-29
By A. Dargis
This book gave me the "why" reading is important. Everyone knows they should read to their kids but after reading this and seeing the information about how that reading affects children later in life will really motivate you to make reading a habit.

I also appreciated the information about how the American school system is hindering children's reading and why their method doesn't work very well.

The book list in the back of the book is great!

 "An Extensive, Popular Reading List and Handbook" 2009-05-20
By Shanna A. Gonzalez (Gaithersburg, MD)
Jim Trelease's Read-Aloud Handbook, first published in 1982, has sold over one million copies and gone through six editions. Trelease traveled extensively for the next 25 years, speaking to American educators and parents about how to promote a love of reading among children. He emphasizes reading aloud with parents and other adults, and his arguments for reading are focused on preserving culture, as well as benefiting children educationally and emotionally.



This book consists of ten chapters, the first nine of which a case for reading aloud to children, discussing when to begin reading, and treat other topics related to childhood literacy. Chapter three is especially helpful, describing the stages of reading aloud to children. Trelease follows children them through their maturation process, suggesting specific reading strategies and kinds of books for different stages of maturity. The tenth chapter is an annotated list of recommended readings.



Because of his secular approach, Trelease's primary criteria for selecting books are suitability for reading aloud, writing quality, and appeal to children. His emphasis is not on moral formation, and his moral criteria seem representative of our mainstream culture, especially the increasingly liberal educational culture. Still, this collection is highly respected, and contains many classic books. I have used it primarily to see what books might be popular with children in more secular circles.



The sixth edition is extensive, with over 1000 titles, more than in previous editions. Rather annoyingly, many titles are only suggested in topical unannotated lists such as "Fairy Tale Parodies" and "Sports Stories." I do recommend the final edition because it is more up-to-date and thorough than previous ones.



Jim Trelease has a web site (http://www.trelease-on-reading.com/) listing many of his educational resources, excerpts from his book, as well as a page for reviews of books that were published since the last edition of the book.

 "Good place to start..." 2009-04-06
By M. Martinez-Corrick (Moses Lake, WA)
This book was listed in my professor's Highly Recommended Books to Have. I see and understand why now she is so excited about this book. I've read a few chapters and I value the information I've gleamed from the pages already. The author has a sense of humor to boot, which having read some other textbooks, it's a great asset to have. Sometimes education material- whether it's classroom management, psychology, or language acquisition, can be dry and very hard to read. This is a book I've enjoyed reading and have a hard time putting down. It has quickly become a book I've recommended to parents, and other teachers too.

 "One Thousand Stories Before School Begins" 2009-03-21
By Chris Bowen
Research suggests that a child, in order to be ready to learn to read, needs to hear about a thousand stories before they start school. When I first heard that number, it just sounded so high. Did I need to take some time off from work to stay home to help hit the thousand? But the more I thought about it, my kids were well on their way to a thousand plus. When you add up all those little Dr. Suess and P.D. Eastman books, you can plow through a dozen of those on any given day. Here's the sad fact, though. As a middle school teacher working with struggling readers, I see kids that are twelve and thirteen that are nowhere near the thousand to this day. And it shows. Simply put, one of the most important activities you can do with your kid is read. Let them hear the language modeled well. Let them start to notice all the similarities between stories. I remember laughing when my own daughter, at four, told me that she didn't need to see "The Little Mermaid" because it's probably the same as "Cinderella" and "Sleeping Beauty" and "Snow White". Let your child pick up on rhyming patterns and begin making their own as well.



This book would be worth purchasing for the long list of read-aloud suggestions in the back, but Trelease's own reasons for turning off the TV are dead-on. So is his discussion on OWNING books as apposed to only going to the library. The library is a must, but ownerships means value to kids. Think about it. You own DVD's. You own video games. You must value those things. You need to own books to show their value. And, you can add this one to your list of books you own and items you value.



Chris Bowen

Author of, "Our Kids: Building Relationships in the Classroom"

 "should be required reading for every parent!" 2009-03-04
By Amy Kannel (Tennessee, USA)
When my son was four months old, my mom gave me The Read-Aloud Handbook. I wasn't particularly interested at first; I was already sold on reading to my son, and the title didn't seem particularly intriguing, to be honest. But Mom's enthusiastic description of the author (based on hearing him speak in person) intrigued me. After reading the introduction to the book, I was captivated.



I knew instinctively, having been raised in a home that valued education, that reading was important. But it wasn't until I read The Read-Aloud Handbook that I understood exactly WHY reading was so vital to a child's growth. This book is filled with powerful information and persuasive arguments every parent needs to hear. And the Treasury in the second half of the book is an invaluable resource for discovering new books to read to your child!


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For more than two decades, millions of parents and educators have turned to Jim Trelease’s beloved classic to help countless children become avid readers through awakening their imaginations and improving their language skills. Now this new edition of The Read-Aloud Handbook imparts the benefits, rewards, and importance of reading aloud to children of a new generation. Supported by delightful anecdotes as well as the latest research, The Read- Aloud Handbook offers proven techniques and strategies—and the reasoning behind them— for helping children discover the pleasures of reading and setting them on the road to becoming lifelong readers.
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 "Love it!" 2009-08-29
By A. Dargis
This book gave me the "why" reading is important. Everyone knows they should read to their kids but after reading this and seeing the information about how that reading affects children later in life will really motivate you to make reading a habit.

I also appreciated the information about how the American school system is hindering children's reading and why their method doesn't work very well.

The book list in the back of the book is great!

 "An Extensive, Popular Reading List and Handbook" 2009-05-20
By Shanna A. Gonzalez (Gaithersburg, MD)
Jim Trelease's Read-Aloud Handbook, first published in 1982, has sold over one million copies and gone through six editions. Trelease traveled extensively for the next 25 years, speaking to American educators and parents about how to promote a love of reading among children. He emphasizes reading aloud with parents and other adults, and his arguments for reading are focused on preserving culture, as well as benefiting children educationally and emotionally.



This book consists of ten chapters, the first nine of which a case for reading aloud to children, discussing when to begin reading, and treat other topics related to childhood literacy. Chapter three is especially helpful, describing the stages of reading aloud to children. Trelease follows children them through their maturation process, suggesting specific reading strategies and kinds of books for different stages of maturity. The tenth chapter is an annotated list of recommended readings.



Because of his secular approach, Trelease's primary criteria for selecting books are suitability for reading aloud, writing quality, and appeal to children. His emphasis is not on moral formation, and his moral criteria seem representative of our mainstream culture, especially the increasingly liberal educational culture. Still, this collection is highly respected, and contains many classic books. I have used it primarily to see what books might be popular with children in more secular circles.



The sixth edition is extensive, with over 1000 titles, more than in previous editions. Rather annoyingly, many titles are only suggested in topical unannotated lists such as "Fairy Tale Parodies" and "Sports Stories." I do recommend the final edition because it is more up-to-date and thorough than previous ones.



Jim Trelease has a web site (http://www.trelease-on-reading.com/) listing many of his educational resources, excerpts from his book, as well as a page for reviews of books that were published since the last edition of the book.

 "Good place to start..." 2009-04-06
By M. Martinez-Corrick (Moses Lake, WA)
This book was listed in my professor's Highly Recommended Books to Have. I see and understand why now she is so excited about this book. I've read a few chapters and I value the information I've gleamed from the pages already. The author has a sense of humor to boot, which having read some other textbooks, it's a great asset to have. Sometimes education material- whether it's classroom management, psychology, or language acquisition, can be dry and very hard to read. This is a book I've enjoyed reading and have a hard time putting down. It has quickly become a book I've recommended to parents, and other teachers too.

 "One Thousand Stories Before School Begins" 2009-03-21
By Chris Bowen
Research suggests that a child, in order to be ready to learn to read, needs to hear about a thousand stories before they start school. When I first heard that number, it just sounded so high. Did I need to take some time off from work to stay home to help hit the thousand? But the more I thought about it, my kids were well on their way to a thousand plus. When you add up all those little Dr. Suess and P.D. Eastman books, you can plow through a dozen of those on any given day. Here's the sad fact, though. As a middle school teacher working with struggling readers, I see kids that are twelve and thirteen that are nowhere near the thousand to this day. And it shows. Simply put, one of the most important activities you can do with your kid is read. Let them hear the language modeled well. Let them start to notice all the similarities between stories. I remember laughing when my own daughter, at four, told me that she didn't need to see "The Little Mermaid" because it's probably the same as "Cinderella" and "Sleeping Beauty" and "Snow White". Let your child pick up on rhyming patterns and begin making their own as well.



This book would be worth purchasing for the long list of read-aloud suggestions in the back, but Trelease's own reasons for turning off the TV are dead-on. So is his discussion on OWNING books as apposed to only going to the library. The library is a must, but ownerships means value to kids. Think about it. You own DVD's. You own video games. You must value those things. You need to own books to show their value. And, you can add this one to your list of books you own and items you value.



Chris Bowen

Author of, "Our Kids: Building Relationships in the Classroom"

 "should be required reading for every parent!" 2009-03-04
By Amy Kannel (Tennessee, USA)
When my son was four months old, my mom gave me The Read-Aloud Handbook. I wasn't particularly interested at first; I was already sold on reading to my son, and the title didn't seem particularly intriguing, to be honest. But Mom's enthusiastic description of the author (based on hearing him speak in person) intrigued me. After reading the introduction to the book, I was captivated.



I knew instinctively, having been raised in a home that valued education, that reading was important. But it wasn't until I read The Read-Aloud Handbook that I understood exactly WHY reading was so vital to a child's growth. This book is filled with powerful information and persuasive arguments every parent needs to hear. And the Treasury in the second half of the book is an invaluable resource for discovering new books to read to your child!


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