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. […]
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February Kid Picks 2020
Someone recently asked me if my kids like all the books we read together. The answer is definitely no. We read a ton of books […]
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. […]
Beautifully Illustrated Books 2019
With so many beautifully illustrated books this year, I do not envy the Caldecott Committee who is charged with awarding the artist with the most […]
Best Books of 2019 Picked by Kids!
I shared my favorite picture books of 2019 in my best books list, but today I’m sharing the stories my KIDS thought were the best […]
Best Picture Books 2019
2019 has been an incredible year for picture books! I was thrilled to see more books celebrating differences and diversity and my family and I […]
Picture Books Adults and Toddlers Will Both Love!
You WANT to read to your children, but you would rather do ten loads of laundry before having to read Good Night Moon and Chicka […]
Books About Diversity and Celebrating Differences
Have you heard the metaphor of books being like mirrors, windows, and doors? Like a mirror, they allow children to see themselves reflected in the […]
Best Books to Teach Kindness and Empathy
There can never be enough books on kindness. Reading stories about kindness has helped prompt several important discussions with my children about respect, friendship, and […]