I finally found the last I Appreciate You graduating gift certificate for PickyKidPix. Their 5th grade teacher had each student in the class writes one sentence about every other student, and these comments are typed up on a certificate and presented to teach student. It’s a snapshot of how they were perceived during their year in 5th grade….
Author: Pragmatic Mom
12 Poets And Their Poetry For Kids
I had trouble relating and connecting to poetry. It seemed off-putting and too difficult. But then I realized that poetry is very personal and getting to know the poet helps to view the poetry in a whole new light. I really find that I connect more with poetry once I get to know them a…
Cover Reveal: Starring Carmen & GIVEAWAY
Starring Carmen by Anika Denise, illustrated by Lorena Alvarez Gómez Meet Carmen! She LOVES the spotlight and applause. She’s an actress, a singer, a dancer—a one-girl sensación! She exhausts her parents with her nightly performances and completely overshadows Eduardo, her adoring little brother. But when Eduardo shows his big sister how much he loves her in…
#DiverseKidLit: Favorites
Our theme for #DiverseKidLit in April is Favorites. Please consider sharing diverse books and resources that support love and families. (As always, the theme is only a suggestion. Diverse posts on alternate topics are always welcome.) Thank you SO much to everyone who participated in Monday’s #diversekidlit Twitter chat! We had a wonderful conversation with a great community….
#HappyDreamer GIVEAWAY by Peter H Reynolds
You might know Peter H. Reynolds from The Dot and Ish. Now he has a new book out that encourages readers of every age to find their own unique path to happy. My son and I have fond memories learning about how a math teacher changed his life from his twin brother Paul Reynolds. Today, I…
Our NYC (Cheap) Foodie Finds
We have to admit that our New York City college visit trip was a thinly disguised foodie trip, but of the cheap variety. Count us in for dives, and assembly line restaurants versus fancy food. There were some requests of things that are specific to New York City and must be sampled. The highest on…
The Nian Monster Chinese New Year Author Event
If you get a chance to see Andrea Wang at a Chinese New Year author event for The Nian Monster, I highly recommend going, especially if you have small children! Her picture book author event was delightfully interactive! The Nian Monster Chinese New Year Author Event The Nian Monster by Andrea Wang, illustrated by Alina Chau…