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

August 13, 2020September 4, 2020rdurso Comment

“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 13, 2020rdurso Comment

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, 2020August 13, 2020rdurso Comment

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

August 4, 2020September 9, 2020rdurso Comment

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. […]

Women Who Have Changed the World

March 12, 2020June 3, 2020rdurso Comment

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

February 26, 2020June 16, 2020rdurso Comment

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

February 20, 2020May 28, 2020rdurso Comment

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. […]