When we learn about famous artists in picture books and stories, it helps us know them. It gives them a place in our lives and in our children’s lives. Stories help us remember information. Which is why I love teaching children about great artists using narrative picture books. Here are our favorites, starting with a […]
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Latest Nonfiction Books for Your Summer Reading
There is a variety of topics in the latest nonfiction books below — words, birds, numbers, artists, and more. I hope you find several books that you’ll want to read. Latest Nonfiction Books for Your Summer Reading The Dictionary of Difficult Words by Jane Solomon, illustrated by Louise Lockhart WORDS Want a mesmerizing book that […]
What’s New in Picture Books (Spring 2019)
Get ready for a long list of amazing picture books for your home and classroom! I’ve pulled out all the newly released picture books with these themes for their own lists: friendship humor What’s New in Picture Books (Spring 2019) Being Edie Is Hard Today by Ben Brashares and Elizabeth Bergeland EMOTIONS / BAD […]
7 New Picture Books About Friendships
My recently published picture books for spring 2019 post is waaaay too long so I’m sharing all the friendship-themed books here instead. 7 New Picture Books About Friendships My Funny Bunny by Christine Roussey Don’t you love Roussey’s illustrations!? Amazing descriptions show an emotional child who doesn’t get the gift bunny of his dreams but […]
5 Recently Released Funny Picture Books
Kids gravitate straight to funny stories, right? These new releases are sure to give your children the giggles and entertain them for many hours of reading. Enjoy! 5 Recently Released Funny Picture Books The Cook and the King by Julia Donaldson, illustrated by David Roberts Kids will think this book is SOOOO funny! Because the […]
Poetry Books You Don’t Want to Miss
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 […]
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, […]