Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Resource List
Ready, Set, Read
Print motivation is a child’s interest in and enjoyment of books. The books listed here have
proven to be favorites of children and parents during story time- we hope you and your children
enjoy them!
Tips for print motivation:
Choose books about subjects your child likes and choose books you enjoy
Books with lift-the-flaps, pop-up books, and puzzle books are big hits
Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes
by Eric Litwin
The Rain Came Down by David
Shannon
Cows in the Kitchen by June Crebbin
The Wide-Mouthed Frog by
Keith Faulkner
Click, Clack, Moo: Cows that Type
by Doreen Cronin
The Mixed-Up Chameleon by Eric
Carle
Bear Snores On and other Bear
books by Karma Wilson
Jump! by Scott M. Fischer