Ames library notes: Reading aloud can be a bridge to reading independently
Ames library notes: Reading aloud can be a bridge to reading independently Danielle Ziegler, Ames Public Library Guest opinion contributor Every year here in Iowa, after other big children’s book awards are finished, it is time for the Bridge to Reading Book Awards. This award, sponsored by the Youth Services Subdivision of the Iowa Library Association, is definitely one of my favorites. The Bridge to Reading finalists are all chosen by Iowa librarians from amazing picture books that are perfect for reading aloud. And then, children and families get the chance to vote on what books they lov...