Classical children's literature is an important element of a child's upbringing and education. But it can be difficult to read the classics in the original. Therefore, those who are learning English should start their acquaintance with famous works of British and American authors with adapted works. These stories, fairy tales and novels accurately convey the plot, but use slightly simplified grammatical constructions and vocabulary to describe the action, depending on the level of preparation required.
The Dinternal Education online shop offers readers both adaptations and original classics with exciting adventures, familiar characters, and the indispensable moral for which children's literature is renowned.
You can buy any book you like, having previously studied the abstract, familiarized with the passage, output information and price. When ordering delivery within Ukraine the total cost plus the price of shipping at carrier rates. In Kyiv there is a possibility to use the option of self-delivery.
How to choose children's literature
Learning English, like reading itself, is an individual process. Therefore, there are many factors to consider when choosing books for children. And the first of them is the age of the child. Most publications are accompanied by a marking of the reading age, which greatly simplifies the choice by this criterion.
If there is no such labelling, the following recommendation can be used.
For children aged two to four, it is better to buy books about familiar concepts and what surrounds them. At this age, children respond well to poetry - rhythmic reading allows you to hold their attention, even if the child does not understand everything. Babies readily absorb all incoming information, so choose fairy tales that have a moral, and quality illustrations will help to form artistic taste.
Stories for children aged five or six should have an exciting plot, young readers need a hero to empathize with.
Younger schoolchildren are interested in actors - peers. For this age, such works in which the fairy tale is intertwined with reality are suitable.
Take into account the temperament of the child. Dreamers will suit a leisurely narrative full of descriptions, while fighters will prefer comics and books with playful elements.
Classics of children's literature at Dinternal Education
Our online shop offers various classics by well-known authors, connoisseurs of children's preferences. For example, the series about Winnie the Pooh by English writer Alan Alexander Milne. The adventures of Christopher Robin, his teddy bear and other fictional characters, written back in the last century, are still popular today.
"Winnie-the-Pooh. 90th Anniversary edition" is a true children's classic, brought to life by HarperCollins Publishers and enhanced by the illustrations of cartoonist Ernest Shepherd. It is his drawings that are considered the classic depictions of the main characters of Winnie-the-Pooh
"Christopher Robin's Stories" is a collection of selected short stories and poems by Alan Milne, published to mark Christopher Robin's 100th birthday and enhanced by illustrations by E.H. Shepherd.
"Winnie-the-Pooh: The Goodnight Collection" is the sequel to "The Christopher Robin Stories". The book, made up of stories and poems by Alan Milne, is perfect for bedtime reading.
Other books available to order from the Dinternal Education online shop include John R. R. Tolkien's The Hobbit (75th Anniversary Edition). As well as one of the most popular Christmas tales, The Christmas Carol, written by Charles Dickens.
These and many other books in English at different prices can be bought online with delivery in Kyiv and other settlements of Ukraine. To do this, place an order on the site, specifying contact details, desired delivery and payment terms. The cost of bulk purchases check with the managers of our shop. Discounts are waiting for each buyer who participates in the bonus program.
FAQ
At what age is it worth switching from adapted fairy tales to full original books?
Usually, classics of English literature for children in the original become accessible for perception at the age of 10–12, provided there is a certain level of preparation. However, more important than age is the language base: for reading without a dictionary, a child needs to confidently master vocabulary and grammar at the B2 level.
What level of English does an adult need to understand adapted children's fairy tales?
Adapted classics of English children's literature are designed for different levels. For adults with an Elementary (A1-A2) level, such editions will help quickly expand vocabulary. To read the simplest fairy tales, basic knowledge of grammar and knowledge of about 300–500 words are enough.
What should be done in case of discovering a typographical defect or damage in a purchased edition?
We carefully check every order before shipping. If you still discover a typographical defect or mechanical damage to the binding, please contact our manager within 14 days. We will replace the copy with a similar one of proper quality or arrange a book return, even if you have already read it.
How to choose the first book for reading to a child in the original language?
We advise starting with well-known plots, where the context helps guess the meaning of new words. Choose editions with high-quality illustrations and large font.
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