Even in today’s increasingly digital world, there’s nothing that beats the excitement of receiving a letter in the mail. Of course, as my mother was often fond of reminding me: “You have to send mail to get mail.” A great way to encourage young readers to feel comfortable writing letters is to share with them […]
Let’s face it. Space is, and always will be, cool. (Minus 445 degrees Fahrenheit to be exact). If the little one in your life is an aspiring astronaut, explore these books together! You’ll find facts about the universe, narratives from history, and breathtaking illustrations. Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you’ll land among […]
Doesn’t it seem like at some point almost every kid has a thing for dinosaurs? I know I did. Now I might be dating myself here a little bit but I was OBSESSED with the show Dinosaurs. I remember begging my mother for the toy of Baby, and running around my house yelling, “not the […]
The green flag waves and it’s time to hit the gas! The NASCAR Cup Series Championship is this weekend, and people everywhere will tune in to see fast cars and speedy drivers. For the youngest race car enthusiasts—or any young reader who wishes they were behind the wheel—we’ve put together a list of picture books […]
No one likes bedtime. As a little one, I hated bedtime because it always felt like I was going to miss something exciting or important the moment I closed my eyes. If your little one is anything like me, sleep is the last thing on their mind and something to fight. But not to worry! […]
We are all VERY big CatStronauts fan, so it’s no surprise that we are truly ecstatic about Drew Brockington’s first CatStronauts Kitten Adventure, Waffles and Pancake: Planetary-YUM. This early reader graphic novel follows a young CatStronaut Waffles and his sister Pancake on an adventure with Dad-Cat to the science museum. And if you’ve ever taken […]
If the kid in your life is anything like my younger brother, they can’t get enough of fun facts. That includes facts about hidden histories; facts about puzzling people; and, of course, facts about amazing animals. Luckily, Andy Warner is here to satisfy the most inquisitive of fact-seekers! In his new book, Andy Warner’s Oddball […]
It’s spooky season and for me that has always meant it’s time to gather with my family and cuddle on the couch with a warm blanket, snacks, and a scary movie. As a kid, there was nothing I liked better than watching movies…except maybe reading….even still today I like to sit down with a good […]
On the second Monday of October, Indigenous Peoples’ Day works to recognize the Indigenous communities that have lived in the United States for thousands of years. In honor of the day, we present a list of stunning and powerful picture books from Indigenous creators that celebrate their cultures and traditions. This is a short sampling […]
September 15th-October 15th is Hispanic Heritage Month, and this time of year celebrates the influence and contributions of Hispanic Americans in the history and culture of the United States. We celebrate the lives of leaders, activists, artists, and many more trailblazers who make the country what it is today! But it’s also important to celebrate […]
With the increasing prevalence of extreme climate events like wildfires, National Fire Prevention Week is more important than ever. Commemorate it this year by checking out one of the following books that feature characters enduring wildfires and information on how to prevent, survive, and recover from natural disasters. Even though climate events like enormous fires […]
It’s the perfect time of year to spend some time in the great outdoors. If your little one is a tree hugger, or if you want to share your own green thumb with the next generation, these books are for you. With curiosity-satisfying nonfiction, seasonal books, and works featuring gorgeous tree illustrations, there are options […]
