Please welcome Alma P. Dobbs back with her sequel to the award-winning debut, Barefoot Dreams of Petra Luna. She posted previously on Middle Grade Books with Refugee Themes so I’m pleased to be building on this list. The Other Side of the River by Alma P. Dobbs This is the sequel to Barefoot Dreams…
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9 Picture Books with Blended Families
Today, we are celebrating the start of Hispanic Heritage Month with my friend and author, Cindy Rodriguez. We served on the same committee for equity and inclusion for NESCBWI, and she’s awesome! I’m thrilled today to be part of her blog tour for her latest picture book, Three Pockets Full: A Story of Love, Family,…
Sign up to be a Multicultural Children’s Book Day Reviewer!
Multicultural Children’s Book Day Reviewer Sign Up is now Open! Receive free diverse children or YA books in exchange for a short review posted to social media or read aloud in a classroom or library. Sign up here: Diverse Children and YA Book Reviewers January 26, 2023, will mark the 1oth year of…
Parents’ Guide for Hiking with Kids in Pigeon Forge
Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, is home to breathtaking views and sights. The cascading waterfalls, natural foliage, and the smell of alpine air make this quaint town a hiker’s dream and warrant a visit from you. If you’re a nature enthusiast and enjoy climbing mountains while absorbing the sights and scents around you, you’ll have a great…
6 Creative Ways to Support Your Children’s Mental Health
Your child’s mental health plays a crucial part in their development. Having good mental health doesn’t mean lacking a diagnosed condition. It means functioning well at home, at school and in the community. Mentally healthy children can reach physical and emotional milestones. They can also have positive social interactions with the world around them, leading…
7 Let’s Dance Picture Books and GIVEAWAY!
National Dance Day coming up on September 17, so this is the perfect time to kick up our heels and dance! To lead our dancing, let’s welcome author Valarie Bolling with her picture book Let’s Dance!! Let’s Dance! by Valerie Bolling, illustrated by Maine Diaz This rhythmic picture book showcases dances from all over…
Immune-Boosting Tips for Your Family You Must Try
There’s no time like now to start building your family’s healthy habits. Finding a healthy routine you can all maintain will benefit each family member’s overall health. Your immune system is essential to fight off any illnesses that can come, especially when the seasons change. These are some immune-boosting tips you must try to keep…







