Teaching kids about emotions can be difficult. My daughter has always been very empathetic, so when she sees me cry, she immediately becomes concerned and wants to know why. So for those parenting moments when the tears are for pride, joy, or an emotionally manipulative commercial, we came up with the term “mommy tears”. Now when she does something particularly sweet that makes me tear up, or we read a sweet picture book that makes me choke up, she looks at me and says “Mommy, are you crying Mommy tears?”. This list of heartwarming children’s books about parental love are sure to cause some awwws, some emotion, and maybe some mommy tears of your own.
Suddenly Homeschooling?
We are all dealing with unfamiliar circumstances right now. For families who are trying to homeschool, it can be overwhelming to sort through all of the subjects and skills. In order to help parents as they try to keep kids engaged and entertained while learning, I’ve gathered a list of our favorite educational companies to help families through this tough time. These include some of my favorite activity boxes for kids, as well as some digital learning resources!
The Best Spring Books & Activities for Kids
Spring is here and we are so excited to get outside again. Whether we are jumping in mud puddles, playing in the garden, or walking around the neighborhood, we find lots of ways to take our learning outside. This list has tons of fun Spring activities for kids to keep your family reading, playing, and learning all season long!
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Exploring Expressions with Bad Brows
I love finding fun ways to talk to my daughter about emotions and reading facial cues, so I was really excited when we had to opportunity to check out this fun children’s book about facial expressions. We even paired it with some silly eyebrow activities for kids!
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Celebrating Earth Day with Kid’s Books
Earth Day is the perfect time to talk to kids about the beauty of our planet, as well as the ways that we can make a difference in protecting it. This list of children’s books for Earth Day is a great way to introduce little ones to the difference that they can make, and the changes that others are making.
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How NOT to Talk to Kids about Politics
One of the things I love about children’s books is that, more often than not, they are metaphorical. Children are so impressionable that in the early years, we are teaching them HOW to think, and not necessarily WHAT to think. Which is why I was inspired to speak out when I received a request to review a book that was determined to draw a dividing line for kids that we are seeing every day in the United States. Instead of accepting it, I decided it was time to rethink how we talk to kids about politics, and to share a more inspiring book that gives kids a different look at people in power.
Children’s Books about Inspirational People
I love finding new children’s books that introduce young kids to inspirational people and the changes that they have made in the world. Reading about real life people and their contributions to the world can inspire them to overcome their own obstacles and do great things. So today I am thrilled to share these new children’s books about inspirational people and the ways that they have made the world a better place.
New Children’s Books for Easter
The world feels a little weird right now. We are all at a standstill, waiting to see what happens. But whether it feels like it or not, the world is still spinning, and Easter and Spring are right around the corner. So we are thrilled to bring a little sunshine to your day with these new children’s books for Easter!
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Art Themed Easter Baskets for Kids
Time seems to be dragging to a stop lately with all of the quarantines and closures. But Easter is right around the corner, and we are still looking forward to it! Since school is closed and we are doing our learning at home, I was inspired to create some fun art themed Easter baskets for kids, with our favorite Crayola products, and art themed children’s books! Check out the different variations below for inspiration!
Children’s Books about Art Supplies
We love coloring in our house. So we are always drawn to stories that bring art to life and encourage us to think about it a little differently. This list of children’s books about art supplies includes some of our favorites, and they always inspire us to create something new!
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