My daughter has always been interested in topics and stories that are often deemed “too old” for young kids. From detailed STEM topics to kid friendly versions of classic tales, we are always looking for fun ways to explore educational content. We love this series of interactive board book versions of classic stories for little kids, and we hope that the little ones in your life will enjoy learning these stories as well!
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The Best Books for a Family Library
I am often asked which books are the best for building a home library. There are so many amazing books out there, that narrowing it down to the “best” is nearly impossible! So I decided to share a list of our top 10 favorite books for a family library, as well as categories that I recommend filling.
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New & Unique Harry Potter Gifts
I am a huge Harry Potter fan. I vividly remember when my sister got me interested in the books, and I rushed home from school to keep reading them. Since then, I have reread the series and watched the movies over and over again. I still love the magic world that JK Rowling created. My daughter isn’t old enough to read the books yet, but she already knows who Harry Potter is. I decided to gather some fun new Harry Potter gifts and books that are perfect for bringing a little magic to your holidays.
The Best Educational Gifts for Kids This Year
I love finding new educational gifts for kids that allow families to make learning fun. So every year, I am excited to put together a list of educational toys and products that encourage families to find the learning opportunities in every day life. Check out some of these fun games, kits, and scientific equipment that kids will love to open on Christmas morning!
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Holiday Book List
This is a list of all of the books listed in my book Reading Through the Holidays. These are affiliate links, so I will make
Board Books
IS IT CHRISTMAS YET?
Written and illustrated by Jane Chapman
MERRY CHRISTMAS, STINKY FACE
Written by Lisa McCourt and illustrated by Cyd Moore
MERRY CHRISTMAS, OLLIE!
Written by Olivier Dunrea
SANTA DUCK
Written by David Milgrim
LLAMA LLAMA JINGLE BELLS
Written and illustrated by Anna Dewdney
WHERE IS BABY’S CHRISTMAS PRESENT?
Written and illustrated by Karen Katz
DON’T PUSH THE BUTTON! A CHRISTMAS ADVENTURE
Written by Bill Cotter
DUCK AND GOOSE, IT’S TIME FOR CHRISTMAS
Written by Tad Hills
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.
Celebrating Friendship on Valentine’s Day with Duck & Hippo!
Valentine’s Day is a fun time to celebrate all kinds of love, friendship, and relationships. I love sharing the holiday with my daughter and taking the opportunity to read more books on love and friendship. Today we had the opportunity to check out a fun new Valentine’s Day book for kids about a group of animal friends and the fun that they have during the holiday!
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5 Ways to Read Your Way to Resolution Success
As far as I am concerned, the year officially begins in February. January is essentially one long recovery from the hectic holiday season. It is basically a hangover. A physical, emotional and financial hangover. Which is why I have such a hard time making resolutions in January. I need a buffer zone between Christmas indulging and the responsibility and effort that a new year brings.
I know that New Year’s resolutions can be a bit controversial. Some people swear by them, but many see them as a giant trap that you will eventually give up by March. Personally, I consider resolutions not to be challenges, but as a way to zero in on areas of your life you want to work on. And for the record, resolutions don’t need to be serious and scary. Trust me, they can be fun.
Teaching Kids How to Be Kind with Bad Kitty!
I believe that teaching kids to be kind is one of the most important things that we can do for them. It doesn’t cost anything to be kind, and it not only helps those around them, but benefits them as well. There are lots of fun ways to teach kids how to be kind, and I have always loved finding new children’s books about kindness.
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How to Read More: How a Free App Tripled My Books Read Per Month!
I have always been an avid reader, but as a mom, sometimes we forget to include self care time in our daily schedules. By the time I get my daughter to bed and do all the work I need to get done, I am ready to crash. This was leaving very little time for my nightly reading. I recently wrote about ways for moms to find some extra reading time in the day, and today I wanted to share one of my main secrets. Read on to find out how one free app tripled my list of books read for the month!
