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. […]
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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 […]
Beautifully Illustrated Books 2019
With so many beautifully illustrated books this year, I do not envy the Caldecott Committee who is charged with awarding the artist with the most […]
Best Grown-Up Books from 2019
I read (and listened to) 61 books in 2019. My favorites included suspenseful thrillers that kept me on the edge of my seat, captivating realistic […]