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 […]
1st Grade
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 Will Help Children Feel Accepted and Welcome
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]