I can’t believe it’s already back-to-school season! Whether your school is re-opening, or your kids are going to start the school year online, the first day of school this year might be even more nerve-wracking than usual. Here are a few books for middle-graders that will help them work through their back-to-school jitters! Schooled, by Gordon Korman […]
During scary times in the world, books often help kids to process their “new normal.” Whether it’s a cancer diagnosis, the loss of a parent or sibling, or any other life-changing event, you can probably find a book that will help you and your child start a conversation about it together. But when COVID-19 came […]
Summer vacation is just about here! That means your kids are about to embark on months of free time…and us parents have to find ways to keep them entertained! My favorite way to entertain kids is with books, and these classics are sure to keep them hooked! Charlotte’s Web, by E.B. White “Some Pig. Humble. […]
One of the best trends to hit kid lit in recent years is the emphasis on diversity. For far too long, kids grew up reading books they weren’t represented in. Now, you can find books that represent so many different types of people! Here are a few that you’ll want to add to your list. […]
This summer may be shaping up a little different than usual for a lot of us. Instead of heading out on vacations across the country or the world, more of us are planning on staycationing in our own backyards. When you’re getting the summer travel itch, here are a few books you and yours kids […]
I think we can all use a little bit of hope during this time period, and what better place to find it than in stories! Here are four children’s stories that will leave you feeling a little more hopeful about the state of our world. Enjoy! Malala, a Brave Girl from Pakistan, by Jeanette Winter […]
The world is full of so many good books, and so little time to read them all! That’s why I wanted to make it easy on you by giving you a complete guide to the BEST children’s books you need to read in 2020. Hope you enjoy! The Undefeated, by Kwame Alexander This book is […]
The weather is cooling off, the leaves are turning, and we can officially celebrate that fall is here! My personal favorite fall activity is curling up on the couch with my dogs and a good book for company, whether it’s a new release or one of my old favorites. Here are just a few selections […]
First off, I want to wish you all a happy holiday! With schools and offices shutting down for the season, I know a lot of us are getting into the holiday spirit by watching our favorite holiday-themed movies. But did you know how many of your favorite holiday classics actually were based on books? Here […]
Fall 2017 has been, and will continue to be, a time for fantastic new children’s and YA book releases. Today I’m sharing with you some of the most anticipated yet! It Takes A Village, by Hillary Rodham Clinton. Written by our own historic former presidential candidate, this picture book was written to inspire America to […]
It’s mid-June, and that summer feeling is already upon us. Whether your kids are out of school or just days away from vacation time, chances are you’re looking for books to keep them busy during these long summer months! These are my top recommendations for a fun, easy, and memorable summer read. How I Spent […]
If you’re up on the latest trends like I pretend to be, you’ll know that YouTube is a social platform that has quickly turned your average kids into celebrities. Thousands of people make videos on anything from their day-to-day lives (called vlogs), advice videos, cooking how-to’s, and more. What caught my attention, however, is a […]