A man that does not read good books has no advantage over a man that cannot read.
- Mark Twain
Welcome to the elementary library site of the Wadsworth City Schools. The purpose of this site is to give you, the parent, ideas regarding book selections for the elementary student. The main purpose of reading with your child is enjoyment. By reading with your child, you help foster a love for reading, which, in turn, will aid your child's success in school. By teaching your child the love of reading, you are handing down a special kind of magic, a gift that will enrich their lives as nothing else can do! There are simple ways to help your child that will benefit their reading experience. As a book is selected to read, ask your child to look at the cover and predict what they think the book will be about. As you read the story, you can stop and ask questions that will get them thinking and involved. Ask questions, such as "What do you think will happen next? How do you think the character feels right now?" When the story is finished, ask questions like, "Did you like the story? Did it end like you thought it would? How do you think the character feels now?" You can also ask your child to retell the story or sequence the events, but keep it simple so it is enjoyable for both of you. Here is a list of titles that may be helpful to you as you begin your search for good books to read with your child.