Special People, Special Ways When I reviewed Special People, Special Ways by Arlene McGuire and illustrated by Sheila Bailey in October, I discussed how beneficial the content and the message of the story can be for children of varying ages and disabilities. This picture book, Gente Especial, Necesidades Especiales is an excellent and necessary addition […]
How Tickles Saved Pickles
How Tickles Saved Pickles If you are an animal lover, this book is for you! This thoughtful and sweet story about Pickles the Pig will capture hearts of both children and adults. As the reader, I could immediately tell that author and photographer, Maddie Johnson wrote this book with warmth, love and passion. “Pickles is […]
The Tree in the Courtyard Looking Through Anne Frank’s Window
A Tree in the Courtyard A Tree in the Courtyard is not just a story, it’s a poem and a beautiful tribute to Anne Frank. Unlike all of the stories about Anne Frank that I have read, this picture book focuses on the perspective of the chestnut tree that grows outside of Anne’s window. This […]
The Visitor
The Visitor A couple of months ago, I walked into my favorite kind bookstores on the Upper West Side of NYC, ones with creaky floors! After walking down the creaky stairs, I reached the beautiful children’s book section. After a couple of minutes perusing, I discovered this book, The Visitor by Antje Damm, which immediately […]
Dear Ballerina..Review, Interview and Giveaway!
“Dear Little Dancer, Follow Your Dream and enjoy every moment! Love Ballerina” Dear Ballerina, Monica Wellington Dear Ballerina I am excited to review this book, Dear Ballerina on it’s release date! I am a big fan of Monica’s books and have reviewed many on my blog including Crepes for Suzette, Colors for Zena and […]
Stories for Boys Who Dare To Be Different
Inspiration for Boys! On my blog, I love sharing all different types of books that inspire our children, both boys and girls. I love the book Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls and how it helps inspire young girls to be whatever they want to be! After reading that book, I longed for a book […]
The Bluest of Blues
The Bluest of Blues Anna Atkins and the First Book of Photographs Fiona Robinson is such a unique and beautiful author and illustrator. To view her other books that she has written and illustrated, click here. I was excited to receive this beautiful book and review it for my readers today. Who is Anna Atkins? […]
Song for a Whale
Song for A Whale When I was first contacted about this book, Song For A Whale, I was immediately interested in reviewing the book. As a speech language pathologist, I felt connected to the topic of the book, which is about communication and the feeling of belonging. My clients, who have complex communication needs struggle […]
Artie is Awesome, Author Interview and Review
Artie is Awesome, a book written by a Speech Language Pathologist and Parent Are you looking for a children’s book about Autism and/or a communication disorder? Check out this book, Artie is Awesome written by Deidra Darst, speech language pathologist and parent. Deidra wrote to this book to help celebrate the uniqueness of each individual, […]
What Is Given from the Heart
What is Given From the Heart This book written by Patricia C. McKissack and illustrated by April Harrison is a wonderful book to start the new year. As a parent I am always looking for children’s literature reinforces valuable lessons. Given From the Heart helps instill important lessons about being grateful, giving and dealing with […]