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Dragon Master Read Alikes

February 19, 2026rdurso

Rise of the Earth Dragon (Dragons Masters series) by Tracey West; illustrated by Graham Howells (Ages 6 and up) Brimming with adventure, this exciting series […]

New Read Alouds for Preschoolers …Perfect for Storytimes!

February 3, 2026February 3, 2026rdurso

With playful language, engaging illustrations, and rhythmic text that begs to be shared aloud, these special books are perfect for storytimes at home, in libraries, […]

Early Middle Grade Books for Ages 8-10

January 29, 2026rdurso

These books are perfect for kids who’ve outgrown heavily illustrated easy chapter books, but aren’t quite ready for longer more complex middle grade novels. […]

New Funny Books Kids and Adults Will Love

January 27, 2026March 17, 2026rdurso

Looking for picture books that actually make kids laugh and keep adults entertained too? With bold, expressive illustrations, comical twists, and perfectly timed surprises, […]

Best Picture Books 2025

January 3, 2026rdurso

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 […]

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 […]

Dog Man Read Alikes

February 26, 2025March 24, 2026rdurso

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! […]

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 […]

Asian American and Pacific Islander Books

May 13, 2021April 18, 2026rdurso 1

It’s ASIAN AMERICAN PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE MONTH and I’ve put together a list of standout stories with tons of kid appeal that are not only […]

Best Books for Spring

April 3, 2019April 18, 2026rdurso

Filled with beautiful budding flowers, green grass, and rainy afternoons that end in rainbows, I absolutely love sharing books on this magical season with my […]

Graduation Books

May 28, 2018April 18, 2026rdurso

Whether children are graduating from preschool, kindergarten, middle school, high school or college, books make the perfect gifts and end of the year reads! With […]

Chapter Books with Strong Female Protagonists

Guest Reader Books for Upper Elementary (Grades 3 – 5)

Dragon Master Read Alikes

New Read Alouds for Preschoolers …Perfect for Storytimes!

Early Middle Grade Books for Ages 8-10

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)

Dragon Master Read Alikes

New Read Alouds for Preschoolers …Perfect for Storytimes!

Early Middle Grade Books for Ages 8-10

New Funny Books Kids and Adults Will Love

Best Picture Books 2025

Harry Potter Read Alikes

Diary of a Wimpy Kid Read Alikes

Dog Man Read Alikes

Elephant and Piggie Read Alikes

Asian American and Pacific Islander Books

Best Books for Spring

Graduation Books