Starting Kindergarten is a big step for little ones. Even if they have previously attended schooling, it can cause them to feel scared or uncertain. Luckily there are lots of fun first day of school books out there to help kids deal with the back to school jitters. For little ones just stepping into the world of school, I wanted to share this list of fun new children’s books about starting kindergarten.
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5 Children’s Books about Grief
Grief is something that is hard for us adults to understand and deal with. So imagine how much harder it is for children to grasp. When it comes to grief, we sometimes don’t know how to discuss it with kids. This can lead to more confusion and sadness. It is so important that we teach kids that their feelings of grief and sadness are perfectly normal, and a part of life. I am always on the lookout for quality books to help me discuss big topics with my daughter. Since we have recently been dealing with some grief in our family, I have been looking for ways to discuss loss with her. Today I have gathered this list of children’s books about grief to help other families discuss the topic as well.
Sea Glass Summer
Have you ever found sea glass on the beach? Have you thought about how it got there? Where did it come from? How old is it? There are so many mysteries hiding in that small piece of glass. Today we are sharing a beautiful children’s book about sea glass and pairing it with some fun sea glass activities for kids!
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Children’s Books about Being an American Citizen
How do we teach kids about what it means to live in America? What does it mean to them to be an American citizen? This list of children’s books about being an American citizen will help you introduce kids to the ideals and responsibilities of American citizens, as well as inspiring words from past leaders.
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Classic Literature for Kids
It always makes me smile when my daughter is interested in something that seems much too old for her. As I have mentioned before, she is a fan of classical music. She also recognizes some famous paintings and artists (Thanks “Little Einsteins”!). She was given a set of literature primers before she was born, and I love reading them to her and sharing some of the classic literature that she cannot understand yet. Many of our favorite stories were built on the backs of other stories like them, so it’s important that we introduce kids to the classics that inspired generations of writers. So today I’m sharing some of our favorite versions of classic literature for kids. These are a fun way to introduce kids to important pieces of literature and the authors who created them.
Children’s Books about the Universe
We are all a small part of a much bigger picture. Thinking about the whole universe and our teeny tiny part in it can be mind boggling for adults, let alone for kids! To help kids get a picture of the whole big universe and the part that they play in it, I decided to gather these fun children’s books about the universe!
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8 Children’s Books about Dads and Grandpas
With Father’s Day just around the corner, it is the perfect time to share some beautiful new children’s books about dads and grandfathers. I am so grateful for the relationship that I have with my Dad, and I love watching him build a relationship with my daughter now. So I am always on the lookout for books that showcase that loving relationship between fathers and their kids, and grandfathers and their grandchildren. I remember reading with both of my parents, and it is so fun seeing my daughter share her love of reading with them as well. I hope your family enjoys sharing some of these books about grandpas and dads too!
When Reality is Stranger than Fiction: 5 Must Read Memoirs
I have such a respect for people willing to relive their most painful, embarrassing and awkward moments for the rest of us to enjoy. Writing about the exploits of a fictional character could almost be considered easy compared to compiling moments you might prefer to forget in a neat little package for others to dissect and examine. If these authors are brave enough to gift us with pieces of their history, we owe it to them to enjoy the fruits of their labor. Check out some of my favorite must read memoirs below and take a trip down someone else’s memory lane.
Exploring Pool Safety with Rosie the Dragon!
Summer time is here, which means lots of fun in the sun and the water! Before you head out to the pool though, it is important that you go over some of the rules. Since my daughter is still young, we are spending a lot of time talking about pool safety this year. So I was thrilled when we were given the opportunity to check out this book that explores pool safety while telling a fun story about a pet dragon! We also paired it with summer activities for kids that review sun safety and pool safety, and also encourage bubbly fun.
Kick Off Your Summer Reading with These Books!
I’ve never really subscribed to the notion of certain books being “beach reads”. My summer reading list has always run the gamut. From classics assigned for school to tense thrillers, I’ve never felt the need to limit my warm weather reads to a certain genre. However, I will concede that, just as some books are better on a dark and stormy night, some are meant to be enjoyed with the sun beating down on you and a cool drink in your hand. Check out my recommendations below to toss in your beach bag or place next to your deck chair.
