Children's Literature at Delta College
The Children's Literature collection at Delta College Library has children's books for toddlers through teens. If you are looking for a children's book for your classes, your kids, or even just an old favorite for yourself, you will find it here.
Children's Literature Students at Delta
This research guide will help you complete your bibliotherapy assignment in Children's Literature. Please watch the tutorial videos and note links are available on this page to the resources you need. Lists of recommended books are below. If you need help, chat is available by clicking on the chat icon in the lower right corner of your screen or by emailing library@delta.edu.
Tutorials for children's literature
- Finding children's books in Delta Library's catalog databaseThis tutorial will show you how to search in the catalog and find children's books. Please ignore the pink warning screen visible in the video. Books are now available for checkout at Delta Library.
- Finding eBooks for children at Delta College LibraryTry using Delta Library's K-8 eBook database to find children's books online. Click DATABASES on the library homepage and then "E" for eBooks or use the link below to get started.
- Using Google BooksAnother way to view the books you need for your bibliotherapy assignment is to use a Google Books preview. This tutorial will show you how.
- Finding Read-Aloud Stories on YouTubeMany children's picture books are available on YouTube as read-aloud stories. This tutorial will get you started.
- Using OneSearch Part 1This tutorial will show you how to access Delta Library's new search tool - OneSearch. You will be guided through the process of searching for general information about using bibliotherapy with children in eBook and article formats.
- Using OneSearch Part 2Using the new OneSearch interface, this tutorial will show you how to search for information sources about using bibliotherapy with children on a specific topic like divorce.
- Using OneSearch Part 3This tutorial will cover saving and using documents and citations you find using the OneSearch interface at Delta Library.
Useful links
You will have to log in to some Delta Library resources.
- Book CatalogEven though you can't check out Delta library books during the COVID-19 emergency, you can still use the catalog to help you find and choose books for your bibliotherapy assignment.
- eBook K-8 CollectionThis eBook collection contains hundreds of eBooks for children that you can read online.
- YouTubeFind the books you've selected for your bibliotherapy assignment being read aloud by teachers, librarians, and celebrities searching YouTube.
- We are Teachers: Best Read Alouds on YouTubeThis is only one site that recommends storytime read aloud channels on YouTube. Find even more by googling - best YouTube read aloud channels.
- Google BooksFind a preview copy of the book you need using Google Books.
- OneSearchSearch Delta Library's largest collection of books, eBooks, journals, magazines, and more in one search!
Booklists
The first thing you need to do for your bibliotherapy assignment is choose books. The book lists below are a good place to start. Please see the video tutorials below for more ideas on finding a good book for your assignment.
- Books for PreschoolersThis is a list of picture books available in our collection that are suitable for sharing with preschool aged children.
- Books for ToddlersThese are books with the simple stories and large, bright illustrations that toddlers love.
- Concept BooksExplore numbers, colors, and more with your toddlers and preschool children.
- Nursery RhymesThe rhythmic language of nursery rhymes is perfect for sharing with younger children.
- Wordless BooksTurn the tables and have your child tell you the story. Wordless books are perfect for sharing with prereaders.
- Topics To Talk AboutThis list of books for preschool-aged children covers frequently asked for bibliotherapy topics.
- Books With Diverse CharactersHere are recommended books featuring characters from diverse backgrounds.