It’s Multicultural Children’s Book Day 2021 #ReadYourWorld Once again, I am excited to be sharing diverse books as part of Multicultural Children’s Book Day. The goal is to share books that celebrate diversity so that children can see kids like themselves in the pages of books as well as learn about others. It is certainly […]
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NINA SONI: Former Best Friend – A Multicultural Children’s Book Day Review
I’m celebrating Multicultural Children’s Book Day 2021 #ReadYourWorld NINA SONI: Former Best Friend by Kashmira Sheth (author) and Jenn Kocmiersky Peachtree Publiishing: 2019 Setting: home and school Themes: friendship, family, problem solving In this first title of a new series, written by #ownvoices author, Kashmira Sheth, we are introduced to a spunky but […]
AMAZING PLACES – #READ YOUR WORLD
It’s Multicultural Children’s Book Day 2021 #ReadYourWorld MCBD, a celebration of the diversity of kidlit, was founded by Valarie Budayr and Mia Wenjen and is back for its eighth year and I am excited to be supporting the mission of MCBD which helps parents, teachers, librarians and students by increasing awareness of the need for diversity […]
How to Play Basketball – A Multicultural Children’s Book Day Review
It’s Multicultural Children’s Book Day 2021 #ReadYourWorld MCBD, a celebration of the diversity of kidlit, was founded by Valarie Budayr and Mia Wenjen and is back for its eighth year. Bloggers and kidlit creators are celebrating diversity in children’s books in order to create a data base for teachers, parents, librarians, and children who need to […]
The Lullaby Monsters – an bedtime book for emerging readers
Bedtime is a challenge for many families and books are usually involved. It is always fun to find a new book to add to the routine. THE LULLABY MONSTERS By Cynthia Mackey (author) and Paula Nasmith (illustrator) Themes: Siblings, bedtime, facing fears Early chapter book for ages 4-8 Brave Kelsey always knows just what […]
LAYLA and the BOTS – Chapter Books for Makers
One of my 2020 highlights was participating as a round 1 judge in the easy reader/ early chapter book categories for the Cybils Awards recognizing children’s and young adult authors and illustrators whose books combine the highest literary merit and popular appeal. LAYLA and the BOTS: Happy Paws and LAYLA and the BOTS: Built […]
RAJA’S PET CAMEL: The Magic of Hope
I am excited to share a debut trade picture book that not only takes us around the world but was written by my Cardinal Rule Press publishing sibling. I’ve had a front row seat watching the process from illustrations to cover reveal to book launch. I’m so happy to see it being enjoyed by young […]
That Monster on the Block – the beginning of a beautiful friendship
This is the time of year when a walk around the block has a person (and their dog) coming face to face with skeletons, zombies, and other assorted monsters set up in front yards. I have the perfect book to share with my neighbors! THAT MONSTER ON THE BLOCK by Sue Ganz- Schmitt (author) and […]
LUNA LOVES ART – A Friendship Field Trip Story for Art lovers
It seems like it has been a long time since I’ve been to an art museum. I drove by the Norton Simon Museum yesterday and was sad to see it closed. Fortunately, I read a new book set in an art gallery and had fun exploring the art within the pages. LUNA LOVES ART By […]
Seasons For Stones – a timely picture book for all seasons
Have you taken up any new hobbies or activities since the pandemic began six months ago? Our household certainly has and, in most cases, it has been books that have started us on new adventures. Our new endeavor is rock painting inspired by A SEASON FOR STONES By Nikki Bergstresser (author) and Kelly O’Neill […]
Are your kids experiencing big feelings? It’s time to read Fred’s Big Feelings: The Life and Legacy of Mister Rogers
This has been a year of big emotions for everyone. Confusion, sadness, and anger come to mind but there have also been joyful, playful, and even silly times. Children need to understand that experiencing different emotions is okay. We all need FRED’S BIG FEELINGS: The Life and Legacy of Mister Rogers By Laura Renauld […]
The Very Oldest Pear Tree
In these days of quarantine, the best way to travel is through books. While I read, I make a list of places to go when it is safe to travel again. I am sharing a book today that has definitely piqued my curiosity and I’m already planning a future trip to Massachusetts. THE VERY […]
Let’s Start the Day with “My Breakfast with Jesus”
My Breakfast with Jesus: Worshipping God Around the World by Tina Cho (author) and Guy Wolek (illustrator) Harvest House 2020 picture book ages 4-8 Setting – The World! Themes – Prayer, breakfast, diversity Are you dreaming of traveling somewhere? I am and fortunately can still go places with books. Today we’re taking a field […]
Tulip and Doug Friends for (almost) ever – A Spud-tacular Friendship Story
TULIP AND DOUG: A Spud-tacular Friendship Story By Emma Wood (author) and Carla Martell (illustrator) Scholastic New Zealand 2020 Picture book for ages 3-8 Themes: friendship, imagination, loss Setting: home and the great outdoors The story begins- Tulip was famous in her neighborhood, for two reasons: She was a fearless adventurer. […]
LONE WOLF – a picture book for those who love dogs
I love dogs and for me, the next best thing to spending time with a dog is reading picture books about them. I am always excited to add a new book to our collection and I have found a new favorite: LONE WOLF By Sarah Kurpiel (author and illustrator) Greenwillow Books 2020 Picture book: ages […]