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Back-to-School Books That Encourage Children to Work Hard and Try Their Best

August 13, 2020August 10, 2026rdurso

“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

August 10, 2020August 10, 2026rdurso

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

August 6, 2020September 2, 2026rdurso

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

August 4, 2020September 2, 2026rdurso

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

June 30, 2020August 4, 2020rdurso

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

June 16, 2020October 22, 2020rdurso

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

June 16, 2020January 29, 2026rdurso

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

June 11, 2020June 6, 2026rdurso

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 […]

Books With Diverse Main Characters

June 4, 2020November 12, 2021rdurso

I’m thrilled that so many people have reached out about wanting to diversify their home and classroom bookshelves. I think it is so important that […]

Best Books About Rain

May 28, 2020January 5, 2024rdurso

From splashing in puddles to relishing in quiet moments indoors, there is so much joy to be found in rainy days. We’ve put together a […]

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