This clever story begins with a young boy teaching a mother slug how to read to her little one. The rules are pretty simple. All you have to do is read lots of stories to him, put labels on some of his favorite things, and point out the rhyming words as they come up. It's a good idea to also select books he really wants to read and explain the meaning of new words. Don't forget to hold the book just right, so he can see all the wonderful pictures and most importantly, be patient because learning to read won't happen overnight. The great thing about these rules is that they work for human families too!
Author Susan Pearson hits on all the important early literacy skills in a book that highlights the learning to read process. Children will really like the bright and cheerful illustrations and funny rewording of popular book titles such as, Slug and Snail are Friends, and Go Slug, Go! The humor is great but the overriding message is one that celebrates the wonder that reading can bring. So read lots of books to your child, point out the rhyming words, help explain the meanings of new words and in time, your child will be on her way to learning how to read too!
Miss Mary
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