The Girl and the Cathedral, The Story of Notre-Dame De Paris Do you want to teach your child about the history of Notre Dame? This picture book, The Girl and the Cathedral The Story of Notre Dame De Paris published by Bushel & Peck Books is a beautifully illustrated book about the story of Notre […]
Diverse Children’s Books Highlights!
Diversity and KidLit This week I wanted to highlight some diverse children’s books that have been published on my podcast and blog. Children’s books are wonderful tools to help teach valuable lessons about equality and diversity. Check out some of my favorites below! Podcast with Author and Educator Valerie Bolling Let’s Dance is a beautiful book […]
The List of Things That Will Not Change
Synopsis The List of Things That Will Not Change by Rebecca Stead is a wonderful middle grade novel that can be enjoyed by both middle grade and teens. It’s also a wonderful novel to increase overall awareness and acceptance in the LGBTQ+ community. Bea is an only child that desperately wants a sister! How can […]
The True Story of Zippy Chippy, The Little Horse That Couldn’t
Who is Zippy Chippy? The True Story of Zippy Chippy The Little Horse That Couldn’t written by Artie Bennett and illustrated by Dave Szalay is a humorous, non-fiction, inspiring and wonderful story for young children. After reading this book to my children for the first time, we loved the story! Who is Zippy Chippy? Zippy […]
Sky Dragon, Author Interview and Review
Interview with author, James Blackburn James Blackburn is an elementary school teacher in South Orange County, California. He was born and raised in Laguna Hills with his triplet siblings, Juliana and Justin. James graduated from California State University of Fullerton with a B.S. in Child and and Adolescent Development. While in school, James spent many […]
Parent Resources-Free Educator Guides for Elementary and Middle Grade
Homeschooling – Links to Free Lesson Plans and Guides It’s a difficult time for us a world right now and parents are scrambling to find resources for their children at home. I wanted to write this post to share FREE educator guides for parents to either print (if you have a printer) or pull them […]
The War That Saved My Life- plus a link to a free educator guide
The War That Saved My Life The War That Saved My Life by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley is an exceptionally written and emotionally moving middle grade novel. This book is a must read for students! It can help trigger discussions about important topics such as freedom, abuse, disabilities, love, friendship, determination and trust. When I began […]
Anna Strong, A Spy During the American Revolution
Anna Strong, A Spy During the American Revolution Are you looking for a picture book for Women’s History Month? Look no further! Anna Strong, A Spy During the American Revolution written by Sarah Glenn Marsh and illustrated by Sarah Green is unique story about a very intelligent and brave moment named Anna Smith. Anna Smith […]
Lawrence the bunny who wanted to be naked
Lawrence the bunny who wanted to be naked Lawrence the bunny who wanted to be naked written and illustrated by Vern Kousky tells the story of a young bunny that always gets dressed up his mother bunny and hates it! He longs to play without being dressed up but his mother insists that he wears […]
The Road Not Taken
The Road Not Taken by Robert Frost When I walked into a small creaky bookstore named the Bear Pond Bookstore in Stowe, Vermont this picture book, The Road Not Taken illustrated by Vivian Mineker caught my eye. The beautiful cover and captivating illustrations immediately interested me. The Road Not Taken is a famous poem written […]