Our Kids' World librarians have created many book lists for young readers. A sample of our lists is shown below. Our Youth Book Lists page will help you find just the right book for your child to read next.
Just starting on your reading journey? If your child is working on letter recognition and sounding out three-letter words, start with these simple decodable books and manipulatives.
Booklist: Decoding Skills
Library of "Things" List: Literacy Toys
To support children learning to read for the first time, our "I Can Read" books use a color-coded system to organize early reader books from most basic (pink) to most complex (orange).
Many publishers use leveled reading to match books to a child's reading abilities. These include systems like Accelerated Reader, Guided Reading (F&P), and Lexile. Read more about Leveled Reading Systems here.
Reading programs are not just for the summer when you read with the Arlington Heights Memorial Library! Participate anytime, anywhere using Beanstack.
Log on to ahml.beanstack.org, or download the app from the App Store or Google Play. Your age will determine what program you participate in. No library card required!
Spine labels can help you figure out which items are right for your child.
Shared reading is the best way to help babies, toddlers and preschoolers develop the important early literacy skills they need to learn how to read independently later on. The more books children ages 0-5 hear, the more prepared they will be to learn how to read.
Our 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program is for children from birth up to the start of kindergarten. It’s never too early to join!
Get started today by registering ahml.beanstack.org or at the Kids' World Desk.
Read 500 is our year-round reading program for grades K-3.
From September to May, we challenge you to read 500 minutes a month. As you track your reading, you'll receive stickers, be entered for monthly giveaways, and earn free books!
For more details, log in or register online at ahml.beanstack.org.