New Books for the 2020 Election
The democratic process in the United States is complex, but made much clearer for children through picture books. I’ve put together a list of brand-new […]
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New Halloween Books for 2020
Ghosts and witches and skeletons, oh my! It’s October and that means it’s officially time to break out the Halloween books! From a gentle ghost […]
Back-to-School Books That Encourage Children to Work Hard and Try Their Best
“I can’t” is a word I never want to hear my children say. The below books help build children’s confidence so that when challenged with […]
Back-to-School Books About Kindness and Empathy
Teaching children about kindness and empathy leads to respecting other classmates and building stronger friendships. These important concepts not only help make the classroom a […]
Back-to-School Books That Build Confidence and a Positive Self-Image
When children have self-confidence and love themselves, they are more likely to try new things, bounce back quickly after mistakes, and be kind to others. […]
Back-to School Books That Celebrate Diversity and Inclusion
One of the best ways to get children excited about the upcoming school year is to make them feel connected to their classmates and teachers. […]
5 New Books to Read This Summer
While my summertime reading looks a little different than I hoped this year (more listening to audiobooks while folding laundry than reading on the beach), […]
Summer Reading for Students Entering Kindergarten
The summer before children begin kindergarten is an emotional one filled with lots of anticipation. Reading books together is a perfect way to enjoy a […]
Summer Reading for Children Entering 2nd Grade
Because children graduate first grade reading at a variety of levels, I’ve included an assortment of stories including easy readers, heavily illustrated transitional chapter books, […]
Books to Share on Father’s Day and All Year Long
Finding that perfect gift for Father’s Day can be tricky, but you can’t go wrong with a heartwarming picture book showcasing that special bond between […]