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Selecting books for bed time stories for children in IB Early Year Programme

Choosing bedtime stories for IB Early Years Programme (EYP) children involves selecting books that support their inquiry-based learning, align with the IB’s transdisciplinary themes, and foster the development of the IB Learner Profile attributes. Here are some excellent bedtime books that fit these criteria and can be particularly engaging for young children: Jyoti's Library Books That Foster Curiosity and Inquiry "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" by Eric Carle A classic that explores themes of transformation and growth. It encourages curiosity about nature and life cycles. "The Day the Crayons Quit" by Drew Daywalt This book provides a fun way to explore emotions and perspectives, aligning with themes of self-expression and understanding others. "Ada Twist, Scientist" by Andrea Beaty Encourages scientific inquiry and curiosity as Ada Twist investigates the world around her. It aligns well with the IB emphasis on exploration and questioning. Books That Al...

Aligning Bedtime Reading with the IB EYP Framework - Jyoti's Recommendation

Bedtime book reading can be highly beneficial for nursery children, and aligning it with the International Baccalaureate (IB) Early Years Programme (EYP) can enhance its impact. Here’s how bedtime reading helps and how you can align it with the IB EYP framework: Benefits of Bedtime Book Reading for Nursery Children Language Development : Reading aloud helps expand vocabulary, improve comprehension, and enhance language skills. Children are exposed to new words and sentence structures in context. Cognitive Development : Books stimulate imagination and critical thinking. They introduce children to different scenarios, cultures, and concepts, fostering cognitive growth. Emotional Bonding : Bedtime reading creates a special time for parents and children, strengthening their emotional connection and providing a sense of security. Listening Skills : Regular reading helps children develop better listening skills, as they focus on understanding and processing the story. Routine and Relaxation ...

Animal Alphabet By Manjula Padmanabhan- Topic: Rhymes

+ A very good book for young readers who have just started reading. It has rhyming phrases which easy to remember. Beautiful illustration which makes it an exciting alphabet book for pre-primary students who have just started reading.

Sounds of Wild Animals - Topic Animals

Kids will go wild over this new auditory adventure by Maurice Pledger. Head out into the wilderness on an adventure to discover some of the world’s most fascinating animals. As you explore the pop-up panoramas, you’ll hear the trumpeting of elephants, the roaring of a Tibetan bear, and the chattering of dolphins. Ready to explore? The sounds of the wild are calling! Sounds of the Wild: Animals  lets you see and hear your way from the oceans to the mountaintops, and you'll learn all about the wide variety of creatures that live in the wild.

Wild Animals of the North - Topic Animals

From the polar bears of the Arctic to the North American pumas and pandas in Asia,  Wild Animals of the North  takes children on an exciting journey of discovery. The stunning and accurate drawings show these animals in all their natural majesty and the witty and charming descriptions will teach children all about their new favorite animals! The first in a series of illustrated books covering animals of the world,  Wild Animals of the North  features Dieter Braun's beautiful drawings of northern animals accompanied by fun facts and clever descriptions that children will love!