I love living in a place that gets to experience all of the seasons. Sometimes we may feel that winter fades directly into summer, and we are usually looking forward to the next season. But I appreciate the different weather that we do get to see. So to celebrate all of the beautiful seasons and the wonderful changes that happen every few months, I decided to gather some of our favorite new children’s books about seasons. We also decided to commemorate our favorite parts of each season with individual handprint paintings that can be combined to make one large piece!
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The Best Books & Activities for Kids Who Love STEM!
The current push to get kids interested and involved in the STEM subjects means that there are tons of awesome STEM children’s books and products available now! We have read a lot of books about science, math, and technology, and paired them with all kinds of fun activities. This list combines some of my favorite posts to give you the best STEM books and activities for kids!
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Learning about the Water Cycle with Little Raindrop!
April means Spring time is finally upon us. So whether we are splashing in the puddles, enjoying the sunshine, or wandering through the garden, it is the perfect time of year to learn about nature. Today we had the opportunity to check out an adorable new book about the water cycle, and how it affects the world around us. We also paired it with some fun water cycle activities that can also help kids with fine motor skills and counting.
Construction Books for Kids!
What is it about vehicles and trucks that keeps a child’s interest? Most kids are fascinated by construction vehicles of all kinds. Whenever there is work done on our street and there are bulldozers or trucks outside, my daughter is glued to the window watching everything they are doing. Luckily there are lots of wonderful children’s books about construction vehicles and trucks to teach them about the different machines and the jobs that they do.
Learning about Holi with Kids!
Holi is an Indian festival of colors that celebrates the triumph of good over evil, forgetting resentments and welcoming new beginnings. The festival includes lots of singing and dancing, and is well known for the vibrantly colored powders that people throw while celebrating. I am always interested in learning about holidays and traditions from other countries and cultures, and now I get to share them with my daughter as well. Today we are sharing a beautiful children’s book about Holi and creating some fun Holi crafts with all the bright colors!
Girl Power Series: Women in STEM
Welcome to Day 5 of my Girl Power Books series! I have had so much fun sharing some of our favorite books about strong women and girls. If you have missed previous days, check out the other links here!
I wanted to finish the week with some new favorite books about women in STEM. I have previously shared books about women in STEM and I am always on the look out for more! From mathematicians to scientists, these remarkable women made a mark on the world with their incredible discoveries and accomplishments. Give your kids someone new to look up to with these trailblazing women!
Girl Power Series: Strong Princess Books
Welcome to Day 4 of my Girl Power Books series! Every day this week, I am sharing some amazing children’s books about women and girls, both real and imagined. If you have missed previous days, check out the other links here!
Today we are focusing on children’s books about strong, intelligent princesses. Instead of the stereotypical princess character, these girls show that they can be both tough and girly, and can change the world. Both girls and boys can benefit from reading these books about strong princesses!
Girl Power Series: Women Who Changed History
Welcome to Day 3 of my Girl Power Books series! Throughout this week, I will be sharing books about strong women, both real and fictional, that will inspire and engage readers of all ages! If you have missed previous days, check out the other links here!
My parents raised my sister and I to believe that we could do anything. I want my daughter to grow up believing the same. So in addition to trying to be a great role model for her, I am always looking for books that share stories of inspirational women that she can look up to. From women in government to women who took a stand, these are all remarkable women that I want my daughter to know. There are some wonderful books about women in history, and this list includes some of our favorites right now.
Girl Power Series: Women in the Arts
Welcome to Day 2 of my Girl Power series! Throughout this week, I will be introducing you to a wide range of books about extraordinary women, both real and imagined. If you have missed previous days, check out the other links here!
Today’s list focuses on women who have made a difference in the arts. From groundbreaking artists and dancers to creators and designers who changed their medium, there are lots of trailblazing women to explore! These children’s books about women in the arts are sure to engage your daughters and your sons.
Girl Power Series: Girls Can Do Anything!
Welcome to Day 1 of my series on Girl Power Books! All throughout the week, I will be introducing you to exciting books about amazing women, both real and imagined. From awe inspiring women in history, STEM and the arts, to books about strong princesses and the joys of being a girl, there will be something for everyone! There will even be some giveaways along the way. So follow along this week as we dive into books about strong girls that everyone can enjoy!