Have you read wordless picture books with your children or students? Believe it or not, there are many activities you can do to develop your child’s thinking, reading, writing, and emotional intelligence skills using these wordless picture books. In celebration of the new books, I Got It! by David Weisner and Aquarium by Cynthia Alonso, I thought I’d […]
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Kids LOVE bugs, right? Help them learn more by reading these best children’s books about insects, as well as other non-insects bugs like worms and arachnids. If your kids don’t love bugs yet, maybe these books will get them interested. Also, it’s always good to get hands-on. Observe insects in nature. Make a worm garden. […]
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Do you love finding new picture books your kids will love? Here’s the best of what you’ll see on the new shelf at your library or bookstore. What’s New in Picture Books, Winter 2018 A Bear Sat on My Porch Today by Jane Yolen, illustrated by Rilla Alexander FUNNY Jane Yolen has created a […]
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Did you know that mystery picture books help children develop thinking skills? It’s almost impossible to read these mysteries without thinking deeply about the clues, making (and refining) predictions, and using deductive reasoning. Plus, reading the mystery genre in a picture book sets the stage for loving mysteries later on with chapter books. These picture book […]
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Are you looking for recommended books that show families with divorced parents? Children’s books with divorced parents (picture and chapter books) help kids know that other kids experience similar family situations as them. Bibliotherapy! This is a good thing. And I have lots of books to recommend… Recommended Picture Books About Divorce Thee picture books […]
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Kids aren’t always enthusiastic about getting (and wearing) glasses. But they NEED them! So, how can you encourage kids to wear their glasses? Look to BOOKS about kids with glasses to make glasses cool. Of course, help your children notice the difference the glasses make with and without. Practice growth mindset. And maybe use a […]
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Have you ever adopted a tree and watched it through the seasons? Kids love watching trees. This is even more meaningful when they learn about trees. Take a peek at these inspiring and informative children’s books about trees. Read them with your kids. I hope these give your children new eyes in which to view […]
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I’m so excited about the beautiful picture books and interesting chapter books about India, Indian culture, and Indian mythology that have arrived in the children’s literature world recently. Standouts include the gorgeous The Festival of Colors picture book and the historical chapter book Ahimsa. But they’re all amazing. These books will help kids learn and appreciate […]
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I’ve got a group of nonfiction picture books and middle grade choices to tell you about today — new publications you’ll want to know about. I have about a kazillion (or 20) nonfiction picture book biographies but I’ll write about those in a separate post next week. Nonfiction Picture Books for Ages 4 – 8 […]
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Introduce your children to the wonder of spring! Reading good children’s books about spring gives kids knowledge about what to expect in nature. In spring, you’ll find new plants and baby animals. And after a long winter, it’s a wonderful time to get back outside. There, observe the new life popping up all around you. (One […]
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Do your kids know about nocturnal animals? Animals who sleep during the day and are active during the night? Learn more about nocturnal animals like bats, owls, foxes, and raccoons in these illuminating books about the world of the dark. “To all of you who crawl and creep, who buzz and chirp and hoot and […]
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Nature — the environment, the animals, the plants — surrounds us. We can teach our children about nature in many ways — being outside and observing is always my first preference. But books can support our children’s understanding of nature, too. Especially when we’re reading about things we can’t experience first hand due to our […]
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As grandparents grow older, we must often help our children understand about aging, memory loss, and even, Alzheimer’s. These picture books and chapter books tell stories that will help you learn more about and discuss old age and the changes that may go with it. It can be a confusing time for children. (And us!) […]
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When I get sent nonfiction children’s biographies, I read them with a few things in mind. Of course, I want to see good writing. But more than that, I need to know why I should care. Lately, there’s a trend in publishing to write nonfiction biographies about someone who overcame an obstacle in their […]
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Disclosure: I partnered with Circle Round to bring you this information. Do your kids love stories? Then, they’ll love Circle Round, a storytelling podcast for children ages 4 – 10 of fascinating fables and folktale stories from other cultures emphasizing values such as kindness, being a good friend, and generosity. Perfect for boys and girls, these 10 […]
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To celebrate recently published books about Chinese culture and the Chinese language, I wanted to share a list of all my favorite children’s picture books related to China. Please let me know if you have any favorite books that aren’t on this list! I’d love to know those, too. Picture Books About China and […]
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I’m so happy to see books about different cultures and stories with non-white faces! Little by little, children’s picture books are starting to more accurately represent the world we live in! The books I’m sharing today are all spring 2018 titles about the themes of identity and inclusion or from a specific culture. Spring 2018 […]
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Next time you’re at the library or bookstore, see if you can find these new picture books — they are hilarious! Spring 2018 Picture Books That Will Make You Laugh Big Bunny by Rowboat Watkins RUN out to get this book — it’s totally hilarious. The reader keeps interrupting the narrator who is […]
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From a homeless dog looking for a home to the passing of a beloved pet, spring 2018 brings seven special picture books about dogs. See my BIG list of children’s favorite books about dogs. New Dog Picture Books Can I Be Your Dog? by Troy Cummings Arfy wants a forever home. So he sends letters […]
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If you’re like me, you’re searching for great ways to build your child’s emotional intelligence. I strongly believe that emotional health starts with us as parents. We’re our children’s first role models. Picture books can also be helpful as you intentionally build your kids’ EQ. The conversations that occur before, during, and after reading these books […]
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