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Caldecott Medal Winner Favorites

January 13, 2026rdurso Comment

On Monday, January 26th, the American Library Association will announce the Youth Media Awards honoring the most prestigious books from the year before. While I […]

Books on Resilience and Growth Mindset

January 13, 2026rdurso Comment

Picture books with characters who show resilience and a growth mindset are such a gift for children. These stories gently remind readers that it’s okay […]

Best Picture Books 2025

January 3, 2026rdurso Comment

Deciding which titles earn a spot on my Best Picture Books of the Year list is no easy task. I read hundreds of books […]

Harry Potter Read Alikes

October 15, 2025November 16, 2025rdurso

Whether you know a child who can’t get enough of Harry Potter or one who’d rather skip the series entirely, this list of fantasy […]

Frog and Toad Read Alikes

July 16, 2025September 28, 2025rdurso

There’s a reason these beloved classics have withstood the test of time for over fifty years. The endearing friendship between Frog and Toad and their […]

Diary of a Wimpy Kid Read Alikes

June 2, 2025November 16, 2025rdurso

With its hilarious mix of cartoons and middle school drama, it’s no wonder Diary of a Wimpy Kid remains a favorite among readers. Kids craving […]

Baby-Sitters Club Read Alikes

March 27, 2025November 16, 2025rdurso

The Baby-Sitters Club books have been extremely popular for good reason. With relatable characters navigating friendships, middle school, family, and identity, there’s a lot to […]

Dog Man Read Alikes

February 26, 2025November 3, 2025rdurso

If your child can’t get enough of the Dog Man series by Dav Pilkey, they’ll love these action-packed, laugh-out-loud chapter books and graphic novel read-alikes! […]

Transitional Chapter Books

November 17, 2024February 11, 2025rdurso

If your child or student has just graduated from Easy Readers, but is not quite ready for a full chapter book, let me introduce you […]

Elephant and Piggie Read Alikes

March 14, 2024November 14, 2025rdurso

Filled with hilarious illustrations and comical dialogue, it is no wonder the The Elephant and Piggie series by Mo Willems has become a national bestseller […]

Books for Black History Month

February 21, 2022January 2, 2026rdurso

In a 2016 speech, Barack Obama described Black History Month the following way. “It’s about the lived, shared experience of all African Americans, high and […]

Picture Book Biographies for Black History Month

February 20, 2022January 2, 2026rdurso

The below noteworthy picture book biographies are perfect for introducing children to the many incredible changemakers, scientists, artists, and musicians who have played a central […]

Caldecott Medal Winner Favorites

Books on Resilience and Growth Mindset

Best Picture Books 2025

Harry Potter Read Alikes

Frog and Toad Read Alikes

Chapter Book Read Alouds for Families and Classrooms (Ages 6 and up)

Children’s Book to Movie Adaptations

Diary of a Wimpy Kid Read Alikes

Summer Reading for Children Entering 7th Grade

Books on Anger Management for Kids

Caldecott Medal Winner Favorites

Books on Resilience and Growth Mindset

Best Picture Books 2025

Harry Potter Read Alikes

Frog and Toad Read Alikes

Diary of a Wimpy Kid Read Alikes

Baby-Sitters Club Read Alikes

Dog Man Read Alikes

Transitional Chapter Books

Elephant and Piggie Read Alikes

Books for Black History Month

Picture Book Biographies for Black History Month