This chronological guide describes the developmental stages - and corresponding literary needs and preferences - of early childhood and presents appropriate books for that reading level, providing guidance for teachers and parents in the modern children's book market.

This chronological guide to the developmental stages, and corresponding literary needs and preferences, of early childhood is hte unique result of combinging the expertise of educational professionals with that of a children's librarian. Each chapter describes a developmental stage of childhood and presents appropriate books for that reading level, providing expert guidance in today's crowded children's book market.