I want kids to read and love poetry. I really do. Why? Because while poems may seem easy to read because the words are concise and the text is short, the imagery, symbolism, and meaning generally pack a big punch. Which kids will appreciate later in life even more. Through the years, I’ve reviewed and […]
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The Big List of Easter Books for Kids (Christian and Secular)
What should you read around Easter time? How about one of these recommended board and picture books? Find both Christian and secular Easter books below, starting with the Christian books first. Please comment below and tell me which books are your favorites. Or if I’ve missed any good titles. . . Christian Easter Books Ready, […]
Picture Books to Teach Similes and Metaphors
Read aloud picture books to exemplify how writers use smilies and metaphors to convey meaning. Use these mentor texts to teach similes and metaphors in your writing workshop. Picture Books to Teach Similes and Metaphors Owl Moon by Jane Yolen, illustrated by John Schoenherr Lyrical, evocative language captures a quiet winter evening when the little […]
New Picture Books for Young Naturalists (2019)
I love discovering more nature-themed picture books I can use with my kids or in the classroom. Plus, these are just in time for spring Earth Day celebrations. Introduce your young naturalists to bees, animal sounds, seashells, worms, and more! New Picture Books for Young Naturalists (2019) Who Is Sleeping? A Lift-the-Flap Book by Petr […]
New Picture Books (March 2019)
My office is filled with piles of new picture books — it’s gotten a little out of control. Today, I’ll share with you some of my favorites from those piles. Or at least the piles I’ve read so far… I did pull out the nature books which I’ll share closer to Earth Day and the […]
Get the Giggles with New, Funny Picture Books
Do your kids like funny books as much as mine? These new picture books will appeal to your kids who love stories that make them laugh. BIG LIST OF THE FUNNIEST PICTURE BOOKS Get the Giggles with New, Funny Picture Books I Can Only Draw Worms by Will Mabbitt This zany counting book with all […]
Picture Books to Teach Problem and Solution
Use mentor text picture books to teach problem and solution text structure which improves reading and writing skills including making informed predictions. Show children what to expect in a problem-solution story as well as how authors structure a problem-solution story or essay. While there are many picture books that model problem and solution, these are […]