Check out these new 28 picture books for children, published in 2016! I had such a huge stack of amazing books that I hadn't reviewed yet so this is a longer post but worth it -- keep on reading. (And let me know which books you love!) 28 Wonderful Picture Books for Children Not Quite Black and White by Jonathan Ying, illustrated by Victoria Ying This book makes me happy. Something about the … [Read more...]
Magical Winter Picture Books
Snow, frost, and winter fun are all in these new magical winter picture books! Winter Picture Books The Wish Tree by Kyo Maclear, illustrated by Chris Turnham Charles and Boggan (a toboggan) cheerfully stroll through the forest looking for a wish tree. On their journey, they see many animals before finding the wish tree and making a wish. A Warm Winter by Feridun Oral Mouse collects so … [Read more...]
2016 Christmas Books for Kids
There are so many lovely new children's Christmas books for 2016, I think you'll find engaging and meaningful choices to read with your kids, including one very entertaining chapter book! 2016 Christmas Books for Kids Ready, Set, Find Christmas by Zondervan Seek and find different items in the illustrations showing the Christmas story in this chunky, tabbed board book. Can you find . . . a … [Read more...]
Interesting Nonfiction Books for Kids
You might want to add these interesting nonfiction books to your kids' collections or classroom bookshelf. Interesting Nonfiction Books for Kids Charles Darwin: Around-the-World Adventure by Jennifer Thermes From the time he was a boy, Charles Darwin loved nature and collecting. As an adult, he observed and studied the natural world of South America. This richly illustrated and interesting … [Read more...]
These Picture Books Will Make You Laugh
Kids LOVE funny picture books. Well, who doesn't want a book that will make you laugh?! I know these new picture books (2016) will get you giggling and chortling. These Picture Books Will Make You Laugh Dragon Was Terrible by Kelly DiPucchio, illustrated by Greg Pizzoli What a funny story with fantastic illustrations! Kids will love this naughty dragon who scribbles in books, steals candy … [Read more...]
Time to Play and Share with Friends
Friendship and all that it entails with making friends, playing together, sharing, accepting, and so forth is SUCH a huge piece of growing up. This group of picture books (new 2016!) capture those life lessons. Time to Play and Share with Friends We Found a Hat by Jon Klassen Two turtles. One hat. What will they do? Klassen shows the friends together, one turtle's internal struggling with … [Read more...]
Once Upon a Time: Fairy Tales
You know how I feel about fairy tales, that they are essential reading for kids. Today, I'm excited to share with you new mythical and magical folk and fairy tales, nursery rhymes, and two impressive collections of classic fairy tale stories. You're going to love these! Once Upon a Time: Fairy Tales Once Upon a Gorjuss Time Six Classic Tales to Dream By by Santoro Beautiful illustrations and … [Read more...]
2016 Halloween Books for Kids
Every year new children's Halloween picture books get published. This year (2016) there are not as many standouts as in previous years. But there are a few, especially: Sandra Boynton's Eek! Halloween, Nick Bruel's Scaredy Cat, and Deanna Caswell's Boo Haiku. For previous Halloween book recommendations for kids, go here and here. Download a free Halloween treasure hunt here. Don't miss … [Read more...]
Let’s Talk About Nurturing Empathy in Our Kids
I want my children to be kind -- now and as adults. Kindness grows from understanding both ourselves and others which leads, very importantly, to empathy. So how do we nurture kindness and empathy in our children? Books. Start with books. Let's Talk About Nurturing Empathy in Our Kids Reading not only helps us understand ourselves better, it also expands our understanding of other … [Read more...]
Lillypost Subscription Children’s Book Box
Lillypost is a monthly children's book subscription box of either board books or picture books. As you know, the more books in your house and the more you read to your child, the better your child's future reading abilities. Which is why I recommend buying, borrowing, and giving lots and lots of books. And why I think Lillypost is a lovely option for grandparents, aunts, uncles, and friends to … [Read more...]
Fall Into Picture Books
I think you'll enjoy these lovely 2016 fall picture books as much as me. As Anne of Green Gables said, "I'm so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers." Fall Into Picture Books Sleep Tight Farm: A Farm Prepares for Winter by Eugenie Doyle, illustrated by Becca Stadtlander This picture book has a cozy feel with the words and illustrations. The author's repetition of "good night" as … [Read more...]
Children’s Books About Trucks
Some kids just LOVE trucks -- there's so many cool vehicles in this category. So this book list is for those vehicle loving children. Children's Books About Trucks How to Track a Truck by Jason Carter Eaton, illustrated by John Rocco If you want your own truck, and why wouldn't you, you'll need the advice found in this helpful book! You'll learn where each type of truck hangs out (monster … [Read more...]