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...]
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...]
Favorite President’s Day Books for Kids
I love recommending books that give kids a glimpse into a President's life or personality. Nonfiction books on the presidents are about what you'd expect --fine but nothing terribly compelling. However, if you're looking, reliable nonfiction publishers and series about the presidents include: DK National Geographic Who Was...? As far as picture books with both anecdotal stories and … [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...]
Best Nonfiction Children’s Books of 2018
These best 2018 nonfiction children's books --picture books, chapter books, and biographies-- merit reading and re-reading and buying for your home, classroom, or library as they are all high-quality with engaging writing that makes the book's information relevant, memorable, and interesting. Happy reading! Don't miss: Best Picture Books of 2018 Best Chapter Books of 2018 Best Nonfiction … [Read more...]
New Nonfiction Books
I'm excited for this nonfiction book list because there are so many great books! Many of these, you'll soon see on my best of the year list. New Nonfiction Books (Early Winter 2018) Balance the Birds by Susie Ghahremani This book simplifies the math concept of weights and balances as birds land and leave the tree branches in captivating, whimsical illustrations. Ode to an Onion Pablo … [Read more...]
Gift Books for the Holidays: Puzzle and Activity Books
Do your kids like puzzle and activity books? One of these new 2018 activity books would make a great gift for any upcoming travel plans that you have. You'll appreciate how these activity books encourage playful thinking and learning, too. Be sure you check out the sample pages so you can get a sense of the level of difficulty. Unfortunately, most of these books didn't list a specific age … [Read more...]
More Notable Nonfiction Books From 2018
Some researchers have theorized that the reading decline after 3rd grade is because children are not able to comprehend nonfiction as well as they comprehend fiction. True or not, we know that kids are expected to read informational texts much more in the upper grades, middle school, and high school so we must be intentional about asking them to practice reading nonfiction. Providing children with … [Read more...]
Informative Biographies for Children Ages 7 – 17 (New in 2018)
Many kids need encouragement to read biographies but do it -- it's a valuable thing to do. Why? Because biographies show that ordinary people can have extraordinary lives. It helps children be self-reflective, particularly if parents and teachers use biographies for discussion and reflection. Not to mention, reading nonfiction is an important part of developing a well-rounded skill … [Read more...]
New Nonfiction Books Summer 2018
Looking to keep your growing readers reading informational texts? Here are some new nonfiction titles-- for preschool up to high-school age kids. Don't miss ogling the artwork in What Can a Citizen Do? or reading about the determined Grandma Gatewood or learning more about the Syrian situation in the graphic novel, Unwanted. New Nonfiction Books Summer 2018 So Many Sounds by Tim … [Read more...]
3 New Inspirational Girl-Power Middle Grade Books
These girl-powered middle-grade books feature the true stories of girls and women who achieved amazing things with creativity, hard work, and determination. Use them in the classroom or at home to show your children possibilities -- the possibilities of dreaming big and achieving those dreams. Middle-Grade NonFiction: Female Leaders and Entrepreneurs Girl CEO Priceless Advice from … [Read more...]