Choosing Books which are just right for you may take some practice. So we would like to pass on some useful hints to help you learn how to choose.

The word BLIPA is a mnemonic ( memory tip) to help you choose some good books.

Each letter in the word stands for one step in the process of selecting a book.

Try to put this into practice when you are browsing for a new book


 
B
Read the BLURB
L
Look at the LENGTH and the size of the print.
I
Read a few pages to see if it INTERESTS you.
P
Look at any PICTURES or illustrations.
A
ASK a friend, your teacher or the Librarian for help.

If you are still not sure...

try the 5 Finger test !
 

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