Summer Reading for Children Entering 1st Grade
After kindergarten, many children have learned the fundamentals of reading and are excited to tackle new skills in first grade. Even when children have learned […]
1st Grade
Books With Diverse Main Characters
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 biggest requests I receive from parents is for read aloud suggestions for their children’s classrooms when they visit as a guest reader. […]
Interview with Snail and Worm Author Tina Kügler
Our family loves the Snail and Worm series, so when I was presented with the opportunity to interview Geisel Honoree Tina Kügler about her newest […]
My Book With No Pictures by B.J. Novak
I just found my new favorite gift for every child in my life. The Book With No Pictures by B.J. Novak is top on my […]
Unlimited Squirrels Easy Reader Series by Mo Willems
If you are like me, you shed a tear when the Elephant and Piggie series ended, but do not fear! Mo Willems is back with […]
Hi, Jack Series by Mac Barnett and Greg Pizzoli
It is SO HARD to find easy readers that my son can read and wants to read. Thank goodness for Mac Barnett and Greg Pizzoli’s […]