See that the children have at hand the right kind of books. If they get
their books at a public library it is well to exercise a little
oversight over what is chosen.

Most librarians are always glad to talk with mothers and give a list of
the best books for children according to their ages. More personal
attention is likely to be given your children, too, if a talk has been
had with the librarian. Children sometimes draw out books presumably for
their parents which are not exactly suited to their own needs. Also
having a list of children's books yourself, you can always have a book
ready to suggest. It is wise not to say much about the books of which
you disapprove lest you implant the desire for the forbidden and
mysterious. It is better to suggest good books than to censor bad ones.

Reading aloud with the children from the best class of books is a
splendid way to cultivate a desire for them. It is often enjoyable to
read together what to read alone might seem a little heavy.

Some children will need no urging to read, but on the other hand will be
so fond of reading as to interfere with proper exercise and outdoor
play. Books on nature subjects will be good for these children for if
they become interested and learn to love the things of outdoors this in
itself will act as an antidote for over-bookishness.

Best and most important of all is to teach them a love and appreciation
of the Bible. It is our greatest literature, our truest guide to all
that is good in life. In it is a never-ending source of pleasure and
inspiration.