written by Deborah Lytton, author of Ruby Starr Book clubs are a wonderful way to combine reading and friends. A book club allows for discovery of new books as well as ideas. Here are 7 tips for starting your own. In my newest release, RUBY STARR (Sourcebooks Jabberwocky), the main character Ruby is a ten year old who absolutely loves books. She is inspired by her mother’s book club to start … [Read more...]
My Miniature Library: Mini Books for DIY Book Enthusiasts
If you like tiny things AND books, you're going to love My Miniature Library. At our house, we are quite partial to cute, tiny things so this is right up our alley! Plus I like that it incorporates books with crafting and playing. Just imagine the possibilities . . . My Miniature Library: Mini Books for DIY Book Enthusiasts The My Miniature Library book is actually not a book but a case to … [Read more...]
7 Beginning Chapter Books, Fall 2017
Calling all readers ages 6 to 9 who are transitioning to chapter books! Here are seven new beginning chapter books you'll want to peruse. See if the descriptions sound like something you'd like. Then off you go. 7 Beginning Chapter Books for Fall 2017 Ada Lace is On the Case by Emily Calandrelli with Tamson Weston, illustrated by Renee Kurilla MYSTERY / STEM Ada moves to a new … [Read more...]
13 New Middle Grade Books to Read in Fall 2017
Discover new, amazing middle grade books for tweens, ages 9 - 12, for fall 2017 reading. *Find more newly published (excellent) fall 2017 middle grade FANTASY books here and HISTORICAL FICTION books here. (I separated the list because it was so long.) 13 New Middle Grade Books to Read in Fall 2017 Wallace the Brave by Will Henry HUMOR / GRAPHIC NOVEL If you like the humor … [Read more...]
5 Historical Fiction Novels for Tweens, Fall 2017
Tweens reading these new 2017 historical fiction novels will find that the stories make the history come to life. All these books are good but I highly, highly recommend Refugee as a stand-out, must-read choice for everyone. Want to read other genres? Find MORE fall 2017 newly published middle grade books for tweens. 5 Historical Fiction Novels for Tweens, Fall 2017 Refugee by Alan … [Read more...]
24 Book Series 3rd Graders Love to Read
What are the best book series for 3rd graders? Here are 25 chapter book series that not only are just right for third graders but that they'll LOVE to read. (For those of you not in the U.S., third grade is generally 8-year olds.) 24 Book Series 3rd Graders Love to Read Bad Kitty by Nick Bruel HUMOR In a word: Hilarious. We all think Bad Kitty is very naughty. But, oh so funny. These books … [Read more...]
What’s New in Fantasy Books for Ages 8 – 12 (Fall 2017)
I'm so excited to share with you the new fantasy middle grade books for children ages 8 - 12! If you're like me and love this genre, you're going to be thrilled with so many fantastic new titles. What's New in Fantasy Books for Ages 8 - 12 The Wonderling by Mira Bartók This beautiful, heart-warming story is one of my favorite books of 2017. The story begins at an orphanage of … [Read more...]
17 Fantastic Chapter Book Series for 2nd Graders
Your 2nd graders will love these 17 fantastic chapter book series to keep them hooked on reading. As 2nd graders gain confidence and skills with reading; every book read helps improve fluency and comprehension. (Except in cases of learning differences.) So we want these second grade kiddos to be reading as much as possible. Which brings me to these chapter book series your kids will love . . … [Read more...]
Summer 2017 New Releases for Ages 8 – 12 Years Old
It's the middle of summer 2017. Are you ready to hear about the new book releases for 8 - 12 year olds? I've been reading a lot -- and picked my favorites to share with you. Summer 2017 New Releases for Ages 8 - 12 Years Old Two Truths and a Lie by Ammi-Joan Paquette and Laurie Ann Thompson, illustrated by Lisa K. Weber NONFICTION This book is GENIUS! It's an impressive dare really … [Read more...]
Big List of Counting and Number Books for Kids
As kids read books from this big list of counting and number books, they'll begin to develop number sense and numeracy skills that are foundational in math. These books make counting and numbers playful and fun. That's why I like them for children. See for yourself! Big List of Counting and Number Books for Kids The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle Timeless because it's one … [Read more...]
How to Make Your Own Book Trailer (for Kids)
Whether you're a kid at home trying to spice up a book report or a teacher at school trying to do the same thing, making a book trailer is a fun way to incorporate reading with technology and script writing in a response to reading. Learn the steps and programs for how to make your own. Like a movie trailer, book trailers give the audience enough juicy information to make them really, really … [Read more...]
Guys Read Short Stories Invite Boys Into (a Different Kind of) Reading
Jon Scieszka wants boys to become "self-motivated, lifelong readers." Which is why he founded Guys Read. Guys Read is both a literacy program and books of short stories specifically for elementary and middle school boys to encourage reading. And there's a LOT to love about reading short stories -- they're, well, short, and the stories, written by a variety of authors, are all very … [Read more...]