Books for New Readers
Congratulations, your child has just learned to read! Now what? There are a ton of great transitional books for new readers, but with the easy […]
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Kid Picks March 2020
We had a lot of changes occur in March, but one constant in our lives is cuddling together for a good story. My children and […]
Women Who Have Changed the World
The below picture book biographies share the incredible stories of strong women who have persevered through discrimination, followed their passions, and excelled in their fields. […]
February Kid Picks 2020
Someone recently asked me if my kids like all the books we read together. The answer is definitely no. We read a ton of books […]
Picture Books About Women in STEM
I’m thrilled there are so many picture book biographies showcasing women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math)! These incredible stories all feature remarkable women […]
Books for Guest Readers
One of the most frequent requests I receive from parents is for read aloud suggestions for their children’s classrooms when they visit as a guest […]
Kid Picks January 2020
Happy World Read Aloud Day! I am celebrating by bringing you my children’s five favorite books we read aloud in January. With the Caldecott announcement […]
Kid Picks 2019
Kid Picks 2019
Grown-Up Books for January 2020
I explored a wide variety of genres this month and found some really thought-provoking and entertaining stories. I’ve listed my five favorites below. Enjoy and […]
10 New Winter-Themed Stories
It has been a cold winter here in New Jersey, but luckily we have ten fantastic new snow-themed stories to snuggle up with in front […]