Sunshine Parenting

  In Episode 55, I'm chatting with Anne Driscoll, owner of Branches Books & Gifts in Oakhurst, California. We talk all things books, including: Reading Levels Getting the parent and the child on the same when choosing books. Getting the right books in the hands of each child. The pros and cons of the reading level system. Asking for teacher input when choosing a book. "Let the child read what they want to read" - Anne Driscoll Why some children at high levels are embarrassed. AR (Accelerated Reader) Choosing a book  "I gently try to encourage them to let the child read what they want to read." Anne Driscoll Why audio books can be great when a child is struggling with content Audio Books: https://libro.fm/branchesbooks Knowing your child and what books are appropriate Graphic novels for reluctant readers Encouraging reluctant readers to choose books with a TV show or movie that might be familiar "Sometimes parents want to shield their kids from sad stories or tragic endings, but those are the ones that r