Children's Literature Blog

    Paterson, K. (1977). Bridge to Terabithia (I. P. Comport, Illus.). Thomas Y. Crowell. The genre for this book can be classified as realistic fiction, coming of age and tragedy, this book can be typically recommended for ages 9 to 12. Thoughts- This book has a simple writing style, yet Katherine Paterson is able to make it deeply emotional. It's easy for readers to feel the emotions Jess and Leslie experience, such as their joys and heartbreaks. Paterson's writing is also descriptive and vivid, especially when portraying the imaginary world of Terabithia. The story is very relatable, as the author captures ordinary, everyday moments and the thoughts and feelings of children in a way that fosters a deep connection with the characters. She also does an excellent job of incorporating difficult topics like identity, death, and grief. This book reminded me of how powerful imagination can be. It took me back to when my siblings and I created imaginary worlds in our g...

    Burton, V. L. (1942). The Little House . Houghton Mifflin Harcourt The Genre of this book falls under picture book, children’s literature, and mild historical fiction. Recommended grade levels from preschool to grade 3. Thoughts – This book is perfectly suited for young readers. Virginia Lee Burton’s writing style is gentle and rhythmic, creating a soothing tone throughout the story. She successfully gives the house human like qualities and emotions, allowing readers to connect with it on a personal and deeper level. The story encourages reflection on themes such as home, identity, and the environment. I first read this story as a child, but now, reading it again as an adult, I find that I connect with it in a much deeper way. It reminded me of my own neighborhood and the changes it has experienced over the years. Some of these changes were positive, like the addition of a park, while others were sad, such as the closing of favorite local restaurants. Just like...