How to Choose a Good Book

• Think about what your hobbies and interests are.

• Think about the kind of book you like (fiction, non-fiction, picture book, graphic novel, easy chapter book).

• Browse the shelves and look at the spine stickers that tell you what kind of book it is (easy, fiction, non-fiction, holiday, award winner, young adult, graphic novel, early chapter).

• Read the back cover or the inside flap of the cover.  You will usually find a short summary of what the book is about.  Does it interest you?

• Open the book and look at the pages and pictures.  Read a few pages.  Is it comfortable to read?  Did the author capture your interest?

• Ask someone who enjoys reading to recommend a book or author. 

• Browse on the shelf where your favourite author's books are.  There may be a new title waiting for you! 

• Look at the books on the return cart.  Someone else enjoyed those books, maybe you will too.

• Scan the books that are on display.  Often they are new titles or books that are of special interest.

• Go to the computer and follow the instructions to open the library on-line catalogue.  Search for some of your favourite topics by keyword, subject or author.

• Ask Mrs. Danieli.  She will do her best to help you!