Abstract of

How to Select CD-ROM Storybooks for Young Children: The Teacher's Role

Adina Shamir

Ofra Korat

This article addresses some key criteria for educators as they choose CD-ROM storybooks for young children's literacy development. The article includes

• A review of the pertinent literature on the quality and appropriateness of CD-ROM storybooks for literacy development

• An evaluation questionnaire to guide teachers in selecting CD-ROM storybooks

• A sample assessment of a CD-ROM storybook, according to the evaluation questionnaire

Recent reports point to the inconsistent potential of CD-ROM storybooks to support children's literacy development. Given the motivation to incorporate such computer-aided learning in the school, teachers need to become more skilled in evaluating and selecting appropriate e-books for supporting literacy development and educational goals. Much thought is needed in choosing e-books that use specialty electronic and interactive media while supporting children's understanding of the story and exploration of the text.

Abstract from Shamir, A., & Korat, O. (2006, March). How to Select CD-ROM Storybooks for Young Children: The Teacher's Role. The Reading Teacher, 59(6), 532–543. doi: 10.1598/RT.59.6.3