Readers...McGuffey or Pathway?

[Melinda]

Or something else? I would like to use actual readers in addition to the "regular" books we have around the house and get from the library.

[Amy C]

We used Pathway for 1st grade level and then switched to the Elson Readers. We both enjoyed the Pathway books, but I prefer the Elson books. In addition to stories/fables, they include some poetry, short plays, etc. Starting with the 3rd grade book comprehension questions/narration prompts are included in the book.

Amy

[WendyK]

I have tried both of those and prefer Elson Readers. I found the Pathway readers to be a little too out there. The stories were mostly about life on the farm and how the boy helps his dad and the girl must help mom. I have 2 sons. I don't want them growing up thinking it isn't their job to help in the kitchen. ;)

The language in the McGuffey readers is rather difficult and might frustrate your child. It is a bit old fashioned. I am going by the original versions though. Perhaps the newer versions are different?