Teachers and parents, do you need suggestions for good read-aloud books for the 4th grade? Research shows that reading aloud, as you probably know, expands vocabulary, improves comprehension, develops imagination, increases attention span, and best of all, engages readers in wonderful stories! What's more, sharing a read-aloud story can offer a wealth of instructional value as well as spark … [Read more...]
Easy Books for Older Kids (Who Are Struggling Readers)
If you have an older reader who needs to read easy books, easier than their grade level, it can be tricky to find high-interest books that don't seem ridiculous or babyish yet are still at a low reading level. This book list is for them. Readers who are struggling and need ideas for books that are easier to read. (Sometimes these books are called high-low books.) Granted, these books … [Read more...]
What’s New in Biographical Picture Books, Winter 2019
Are you looking for new picture book biographies? Here's what's been published recently. My two favorites are Along Came Coco and Planting Stories. What's New in Biographical Picture Books, Winter 2019 Along Came Coco by Eva Byrne Coco grew up in an orphanage run by nuns where she learned to sew but didn't much like all the rules. After she left, she started designing hats and clothes that … [Read more...]
I Love You Quotes (From Children’s Books)
This Valentine's Day share with your children and all your loved ones these I Love You quotes from favorite tenderhearted children's books. I Love You Quotes (From Children's Books) 1. Todd Parr's The I Love You Book Most of all, I love you just the way you are. - Todd Parr, The I Love You Book 2. Lisa McCourt's I Love You Stinky Face If you were a big, scary ape, I would make your … [Read more...]
What’s New in Middle Grade Books, February 2019
Want to know what's new in middle-grade books? Here's what I've been reading that I want to share with you all. Hope you find something good to read. What's New in Middle-Grade Books, February 2019 Beast Rider by Tony Johnston and Maria Elena Fontanot de Rhoads (pub: 3/19/19) REALISTIC / IMMIGRATION I couldn't put this book down! It's an eye-opening, powerful story of growing up, … [Read more...]
What are the Best Greek Mythology Books for Kids?
Kids love Greek mythology books. Especially if they're action-packed, funny, and adventurous like Percy Jackson or Myth-O-Mania! Greek myths get growing readers reading both nonfiction and fiction which is skill-building and enriching. The nonfiction mythology books on this list often motivate kids to challenge themselves to read more difficult texts than they normally would. Watch how much … [Read more...]
Are You Informed About This Invisible Youth Epidemic?
Disclosure: This post is in partnership with Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, but opinions are mine. Cigarette smoking is vilified in this country. It’s stinky, it’s cancer-causing, it yellows your teeth, and, among other things, it causes a lot of trash. But did you know there is a new cigarette in town? It’s one that kids think is cool. In Colorado, … [Read more...]
New Beginning Chapter Books, Winter 2019
You probably know how much I love finding GOOD beginning chapter books that will keep kids reading because the stories are really engaging & interesting. I particularly love both Rabbit & Bear and Fox + Chick for new readers. I predict these will be read and reread many, many times. New Beginning Chapter Books, Winter 2019 Big Words Small Stories: The Missing Donut by Judith … [Read more...]
Nonfiction Picture Books About Animals (Winter 2019)
What will you find on the new shelf at the library? Here are the nonfiction book titles about animals that are worth checking out or buying. Nonfiction Picture Books About Animals (Winter 2019) Dingo by Claire Saxby, illustrated by Tannya Harricks NOCTURNAL / AUSTRALIAN ANIMAL Evocative illustrations with visibly painted brush strokes grabbed my interest right away. But I liked the text, … [Read more...]
Yoga for Kids: Practice, Books, Videos, and Games
Yoga benefits kids as well as adults. Get your children interested in yoga with picture books, games, and videos. They'll develop your children's interest in starting their own yoga practice. Doing yoga with kids is a wonderful way to get in quality time. It: builds strength improves flexibility develops breath control and awareness relaxes and calms develops coordination … [Read more...]
Read Aloud Books for 3rd Grade
This list of books contains teacher-recommended, kid-favorite read aloud books for third (3rd) grade. (Third grade is about age 8 here in the U.S.) How do you pick which books to read with your class? INSTRUCTIONAL PURPOSE Consider your instructional purpose as well as cross-curricular themes in science, social studies, and writing. You can also use the books on this list to model and … [Read more...]
New STEM Books for Grades K – 3
I've been holding onto a stack of new STEM books and can't wait to share them with you today. These will be books you can use in the classroom to introduce concepts like simple machines, matter, and more. New STEM Books for Grades K - 3 How to Seesaws Go Up and Down? A Book About Simple Machines by Jennifer Shand, illustrated by Srimalie Bassani SCIENCE - SIMPLE MACHINES The … [Read more...]