The following Web sites are useful resources for children's literature and research.
Leveled Book Lists
These lists are provided by Sprague’s Literacy Specialist, Ms. Egen.
Vernon Area Public Library - Browse the stacks without leaving home!
Libraryspot - You own little reference library on the Web.
Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site - Reviews of great books for kids. Although geared for teachers, parents may find this site useful.
The Reading Corner - Fantastic collection of children's book reviews. The target audience is parents.
Read Kiddo Read - lists of books for every age and reading ability.
Poetry - Classic poems for children.
Do not forget about Mother Goose rhymes.
Time for Kids - News and information for kids from the publishers of Time magazine. This link is to the Home edition.
Sprague students are familiar with the following authors and illustrators.
Jim Arnosky - Jim Arnosky is a naturalist who also happens to write and illustrate wonderful books. Check out his site that features wildlife.
Jan Brett - Jan Brett sets the standard for author Web sites. A fun, fun place for your child to visit.
Joseph Bruchac - Author of Native American books. He writes fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. Scholastic’s Bruchac site contains an online interview.
Eric Carle - A favorite in kindergarten.
Gail Gibbons - A leading author and illustrator of non-fiction for children.
Tomie DePaola - The author and illustrator of the "Strega Nona" series and other popular picture books.
Steve Jenkins - Nonfiction science and nature author and illustrator
Robert Munsch - Popular picture book author.
Dr. Seuss - Everybody's favorite has a site full of fun and games!
David Wiesner - multiple Caldecott winner.
Audrey Wood - a Kindergarten author study.
Leveled Book Lists
These lists are provided by Sprague’s Literacy Specialist, Ms. Egen.
Vernon Area Public Library - Browse the stacks without leaving home!
Libraryspot - You own little reference library on the Web.
Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site - Reviews of great books for kids. Although geared for teachers, parents may find this site useful.
The Reading Corner - Fantastic collection of children's book reviews. The target audience is parents.
Read Kiddo Read - lists of books for every age and reading ability.
Poetry - Classic poems for children.
Do not forget about Mother Goose rhymes.
Time for Kids - News and information for kids from the publishers of Time magazine. This link is to the Home edition.
Sprague students are familiar with the following authors and illustrators.
Jim Arnosky - Jim Arnosky is a naturalist who also happens to write and illustrate wonderful books. Check out his site that features wildlife.
Jan Brett - Jan Brett sets the standard for author Web sites. A fun, fun place for your child to visit.
Joseph Bruchac - Author of Native American books. He writes fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. Scholastic’s Bruchac site contains an online interview.
Eric Carle - A favorite in kindergarten.
Gail Gibbons - A leading author and illustrator of non-fiction for children.
Tomie DePaola - The author and illustrator of the "Strega Nona" series and other popular picture books.
Steve Jenkins - Nonfiction science and nature author and illustrator
Robert Munsch - Popular picture book author.
Dr. Seuss - Everybody's favorite has a site full of fun and games!
David Wiesner - multiple Caldecott winner.
Audrey Wood - a Kindergarten author study.