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Need a children’s book idea to gift to the dads in your life? Here are 11 ideas. You can also just check it out of the library and read at bedtime on Sunday, June 18th. I’m giving away three picture books perfect for Father’s Day. Please fill out the Rafflecopter at the bottom to enter. …
I had trouble relating to and connecting with 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…
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…
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…
Inside: Does your daughter love comics? Take a look at our best selections for graphic novels for girls, perfect for kids ages 6 and up! I thought I would review and update my 19 Graphic Novels for Feisty Girls post. After reading a few more years of graphic novels, I’ve gathered up my favorite graphic novels for…
Inside: Read about female empowerment with these Women’s History Month books for kids! Perfect children’s books to celebrate strong women, for both girls and boys. I’ve rounded up every book review that I could think of over the last seven years of blogging to try to compile my Women’s History Month books for kids below….
Our theme for #DiverseKidLit in March is the Changing Seasons. 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.) Here are two cute spring books that I love. Fly! by Xavier Deneux I love interactive board books and…