Bedtime reading arranged by the calendar, this 192-page hardcover from Manoj Publications offers a story for each night of the year. The pieces are short by intent.
The value of a book like this is routine. A parent opens to the date, reads for a few minutes and closes it, and the child learns to expect the ritual. Stories are written in simple language so they work read aloud, and the variety across the year keeps the habit from going stale. Colour illustration accompanies the text, giving a sleepy listener something to look at while the reading goes on.
What buyers should know:
• A short piece for every night of the year
• 192 pages bound in hardcover
• Written for reading aloud rather than silent study
• Illustrated pages across the volume
Aimed at parents of young children and at anyone setting up a nightly reading habit, published by Manoj Publications and available at Boipoka.