Words Are Magic! (Step into Reading) by Felicia Whaley, Zaila Avant-Garde
Published by Random House on 1/2/24
ISBN: 0593571673
Genres: Juvenile Fiction / Action & Adventure / General
Format: Early Reader
Source: MSL Book Review
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Words are Magic is an enjoyable early reader that shares the joy and power of words.  The text is simple and the font is large, which is perfect for younger readers.  The strength of this book is the illustrations.  They are fun and colorful, without being too distracting, but they really stand out with how they invite the children to interact with them.  There are short words that the children can sing, shout, rhyme, trace, and draw, which will reach auditory and kinesthetic learners.  One two page spread is a city scene filled with signs that children can read either by using the picture as clues or with the help of an adult.  This book encourages children to practice basic early reading skills in a fun way and is recommended for any library with preschool or kindergarten children.

Reviewed by Lindsay Varnum, Orono Public Library