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.
5 Children’s Books for a Bad Day
We all have bad days sometimes. This can sometimes be difficult for us to remember when emotions are running high and we feel like our kids are being difficult. It is our job as parents to teach kids how to handle bad days and consider the joys to look forward to. I decided to gather this list of children’s books for a bad day to help kids handle those grumpy feelings so they can move on to the better days.
Funny Pet Books for Kids
I loved growing up with a dog, and I love that my daughter has our dog to play with, read to, and share adventures with. Having a dog also helps her to learn about responsibility. Just today she ran to the door with a paper towel to clean the dog’s nose prints off the glass. Since we are a dog loving family, I love finding great children’s books about pets that showcase all the fun that having a pet can bring to your life. So today I gathered this list of funny pet books for kids. From real pets to imagined ones, there are lots of fun stories for all families to enjoy!
Interactive Board Books for Kids
Interactive books are great for getting kids excited about books and reading. So I am always thrilled to learn about new interactive board books that will encourage little ones to explore books. This list is made up of fun board books that kids will want to read and explore over and over again.
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How to Make Parenting a Game
As a parent, we have all had those times when we are face to face with our kids and we realize that the next words can have a huge outcome on the situation. Whether you are facing a possible argument, a new fear, or a total meltdown, you know that what you say next matters. Sometimes when my daughter and I are facing off it almost feels like time freezes. I can glimpse the two roads ahead of me. One way leads to peace and happiness while the other leads to anger and frustration for both of us. I want to reach for the happy route more often, so I am always looking for ways to make parenting fun. Luckily, I had the opportunity to check out a new parenting book that is changing the way I parent and leading to more happy days.
10 Children’s Books about Bees
Bees are probably one of the first bugs that kids recognize. With their large size and loud buzzing, they are kind of hard to miss. The fear of being stung is also present from a very young age, even if you have never been stung by anything. Because of this, bees are often high on the list of childhood fears. The sad part is that bees are struggling for survival, and the loss of their population will mean devastating things to our lives and our environment. So I decided to gather a list of children’s books about bees to teach kids about the importance of bees and the work that they do. Hopefully with a little education, we can change some minds about bees and save them!
Storytelling with Kids: How to Make Storytelling Part of Your Day
One of the great parts about reading to kids from an early age, is that it teaches them about the power of stories. At only 2 years old, my daughter could often be heard making up her own stories and telling them to her dolls, stuffed animals and pets. She loves when I make up stories about her, and retelling them has become a big part of our day. Storytelling with kids can have great benefits for your children, and they will probably remember some of them for the rest of their lives.
Celebrate Mother’s Day with Children’s Books about Moms!
I love children’s books about mothers and the love they have for their kids. I never get tired of reading these beautiful and heartfelt books with my daughter, and she regularly picks them for me to read to her. So I was thrilled when we were given the opportunity to check out some of these beautiful new children’s books about moms and their kids, just in time for Mother’s Day!
Books about Bravery: How Friends Can Help You Face Your Fears
It can be hard for little ones to face their fears when everything in the world is new. So having friends and family by your side to help you is important while facing fears. Today I decided to gather a list of children’s books about bravery that share how friends and family can help you through scary times.
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4 Books to Help You Through a Divorce
Reading is important for everyone, not just your kids. I have previously talked about the importance of reading for yourself,. And I have also shared some of the books that have helped me and shaped my life. Today, I decided to take a more personal route and share 4 books that helped me through a dark period. From learning to forgive to finding joy and happiness for yourself, these are great books to help through a divorce.
