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Your adventure can begin anywhere, at any time. You just have lookout for it…
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The Books of NOT Mean People (and Animals)
Kindness is one of the greatest lessons we receive in childhood; one that follows you throughout life and never grows old. While learning to treat each other kindly is an important hands-on experience, reinforcing that at home through stories is equally as impactful…
Books for Your Mythology-Obsessed Kid
As a child, my dad would take me outside to show me the constellations and tell me the myths behind them. That probably explains why, even now, I still love reading about world mythologies…
Main Characters with Moxie
As a kid, nothing sucked me into a book more than a main character with an excessive dose of moxie; the characters with guts, and grit, and determination…
The ULTIMATE Nancy Drew Quiz for Super Sleuths
In Sisterhood of Sleuths, Maizy creates a Nancy Drew quiz for fellow fans of the most famous girl detective…
Celebrate Diwali with Author Raakhee Mirchandani
When I think about all the things I love about Diwali—and there are SO many—food is nearly at the top of the list. It is impossible for me to separate the holiday from the snacks and sweets because each tasty treat reminds me of someone I love…
Picture Books for Kids Who Are Afraid of the Dark
Growing up, I was very afraid of the dark. You can ask my mother all about it. And I may or may not still keep a little rechargeable nightlight always plugged-in…
Don’t Mess With Middle Grade Texas
As the second largest state by both area and population (thanks, Wikipedia), Texas is home to a wealth of stories and storytellers…
Halloween Reads for Your Middle Grade “Monster”
What is Halloween without a black cat, some ghosts, and lots of mischief? Below is a list of books that include all of the above, plus some witches, vampires, mysterious legends, and ancient curses…
Picture Books That Feel Like Classics the First Time You Read Them
Do you remember reading books with your parents when you were younger, and they would tell you this is what they read as a kid? For me, it was books about a bull who liked flowers…
Book Chat with Muhammad & Nora
Your videos and messages have been broadcast around the world, on screens big and small. What inspired you to write a book about your experiences?
The Wackiest Picture Books with the BEST Messages
Do you ever pick up a book and wonder, “How did someone ever come up with this idea?” The premise is so absurd and strange that only one word comes to mind: wacky…
Picture Books All About Colors
I’m going to let you in on a secret… I don’t have a favorite color. *GASP* I KNOW…
Grandparents’ Day Picture Book Roundup
Grandparents’ Day is right around the corner, and we recommend celebrating in style. Picture book style, that is…
Books with Giving Tree Vibes
Bittersweet and impactful, The Giving Tree has made its mark on children’s literature. No matter how you interpret it, there’s no arguing that it has become an iconic work of art…
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The Books of NOT Mean People (and Animals)
Kindness is one of the greatest lessons we receive in childhood; one that follows you throughout life and never grows old. While learning to treat each other kindly is an important hands-on experience, reinforcing that at home through stories is equally as impactful…
Celebrate Diwali with Author Raakhee Mirchandani
When I think about all the things I love about Diwali—and there are SO many—food is nearly at the top of the list. It is impossible for me to separate the holiday from the snacks and sweets because each tasty treat reminds me of someone I love…
Picture Books for Kids Who Are Afraid of the Dark
Growing up, I was very afraid of the dark. You can ask my mother all about it. And I may or may not still keep a little rechargeable nightlight always plugged-in…
Picture Books That Feel Like Classics the First Time You Read Them
Do you remember reading books with your parents when you were younger, and they would tell you this is what they read as a kid? For me, it was books about a bull who liked flowers…
The Wackiest Picture Books with the BEST Messages
Do you ever pick up a book and wonder, “How did someone ever come up with this idea?” The premise is so absurd and strange that only one word comes to mind: wacky…
Picture Books All About Colors
I’m going to let you in on a secret… I don’t have a favorite color. *GASP* I KNOW…
Grandparents’ Day Picture Book Roundup
Grandparents’ Day is right around the corner, and we recommend celebrating in style. Picture book style, that is…
Books with Giving Tree Vibes
Bittersweet and impactful, The Giving Tree has made its mark on children’s literature. No matter how you interpret it, there’s no arguing that it has become an iconic work of art…
Picture Book Bios of Living Legends
One of my very favorite classes in school was history. I loved learning about important figures who helped shape the world we know today, who have made incredible accomplishments and in turn became household names…
You’re Never Too Old—or Too Young—for Fairy Tales!
A wise teacher once said, “Fairy tales are much more than silly bedtime stories. The solution to almost every problem imaginable can be found in the outcome of a fairy tale. Fairy tales are life lessons disguised with colorful characters and situations.” I couldn’t agree more…
Feathered Friends in Picture Books
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For Middle Grade Readers
Build Your Middle Grade Adventure, We’ll Give You a Book Rec!
Your adventure can begin anywhere, at any time. You just have lookout for it…
Books for Your Mythology-Obsessed Kid
As a child, my dad would take me outside to show me the constellations and tell me the myths behind them. That probably explains why, even now, I still love reading about world mythologies…
Main Characters with Moxie
As a kid, nothing sucked me into a book more than a main character with an excessive dose of moxie; the characters with guts, and grit, and determination…
The ULTIMATE Nancy Drew Quiz for Super Sleuths
In Sisterhood of Sleuths, Maizy creates a Nancy Drew quiz for fellow fans of the most famous girl detective…
Don’t Mess With Middle Grade Texas
As the second largest state by both area and population (thanks, Wikipedia), Texas is home to a wealth of stories and storytellers…
Halloween Reads for Your Middle Grade “Monster”
What is Halloween without a black cat, some ghosts, and lots of mischief? Below is a list of books that include all of the above, plus some witches, vampires, mysterious legends, and ancient curses…
You’re Never Too Old—or Too Young—for Fairy Tales!
A wise teacher once said, “Fairy tales are much more than silly bedtime stories. The solution to almost every problem imaginable can be found in the outcome of a fairy tale. Fairy tales are life lessons disguised with colorful characters and situations.” I couldn’t agree more…
Pick a Mythology, Get a Book Rec
10 Dad Books to Celebrate Father’s Day
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Kids’ Books That Make Science Cool (Really!)
