Chapter Books with Strong Female Protagonists
Filled with smart, brave, kind, and determined girls, these chapter books for ages 6–9 are wonderful choices for engaging young readers. The characters aren’t just […]
3rd Grade
Guest Reader Books for Upper Elementary (Grades 3 – 5)
Reading to a classroom full of students can feel a little intimidating especially in upper elementary, when many kids are beginning to feel “too cool” […]
Dog Man Read Alikes
If your child can’t get enough of the Dog Man series by Dav Pilkey, they’ll love these action-packed, laugh-out-loud chapter books and graphic novel read-alikes! […]
Ramona Quimby Read Alikes
There is a reason the Ramona Quimby series by Beverly Clearly has withstood the test of time. Ramona is such a likable and relatable character […]
Culturally Diverse Chapter Books With Girl Protagonists
It’s Multicultural Children’s Book Day created by Read Your World and I’m celebrating with a list of CULTURALLY DIVERSE CHAPTER BOOKS for 2nd and 3rd […]
New Books to Get Kids Writing
Writing over the summer is a wonderful way to combat the summer slide. These 5 fabulous new books provide kids with inspiration to compose their […]
Nonfiction Chapter Books
Through lots of trial and error, I found nonfiction chapter books to be one of the best ways to get my son interested in reading […]
Summer Reading for Children Entering 3rd Grade
While summer is an ideal time for children to relax, explore the outdoors, visit new places, and spend extra time with family and friends, it […]
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 […]
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 […]