How to choose English picture books and graded reading for children?

It can be a very interesting process to choose English picture books suitable for children's enlightenment and read them at different levels. Here are some suggestions that I hope can help you.

1. Age and interests: First consider the child's age and interests. Children of different ages have different needs for content and story complexity. Knowing what children are interested in, such as animals, superheroes or science, can help you to be more targeted when shopping.

2. Graded reading system: Understanding graded reading system can help you choose the right books. Graded reading is usually divided into different grades according to the number of words, vocabulary and sentence difficulty. Common grading systems include fountas &; Pinnel, Oxford Reading Tree and Leshler, etc. Choosing the right level according to children's reading level will make it easier for children to understand the story.

3. Quality and quantity of pictures: children are very attractive to pictures, so be sure to ensure that there are enough pictures in the picture book with good quality. Pictures can help children better understand stories and enhance reading pleasure.

4. Diversity and inclusiveness: Choosing a picture book that covers diversity and inclusiveness can help children broaden their horizons and get to know people from different cultures and backgrounds. Such picture books can promote children's understanding and emotional ability.

5. Recommendation and evaluation: When choosing a picture book, you can refer to the recommendation and evaluation of other parents, teachers or professional organizations. They may share some classic works suitable for children's enlightenment or new books worthy of attention.

Remember, every child is unique, so the most important thing is to choose a picture book and graded reading that suits you according to your child's interest and reading level. At the same time, choosing books with children and involving them can cultivate children's reading interest and autonomy. I wish you find the best picture book for your child!