Lately I have been paying close attention to children expressing themselves through singing, painting, dancing, and playing. Then, often, something happens and they become more self-conscious and try to fit in with the expectations of others. Why is that and what can we do to help them continue to follow their passions? Today I am […]
Books
This Could Be You! A Joyful Celebration of Possibilities
Books make the best presents and I have found a perfect one to give teachers and young children as they celebrate the end of the school year and think about what’s next. Written by one of my Cardinal Rule Press Publishing siblings, this joyful and positive book explores all the possibilities that the future holds. […]
The Leaping Laddoo – A New Twist on an Old Favorite
A Field Trip Life Blog is all about traveling through children’s books. It’s Perfect Picture Book Friday and today we are going to India! I am fortunate to have had a front row seat to the launch of this fabulous book as it was written by one of my wonderful critique partners. THE LEAPING […]
Love Is…
For many of us, 1 Corinthians 13 is a verse close to our hearts. In fact, I am sure that many of us have it memorized and enjoy sharing it with those we love. Today I am sharing a book that was published in 2001 yet is timeless. I keep my copy near and often […]
Lila Lou’s Little Library – a picture book for book lovers
Welcome to today’s bookish field trip! I’m so excited to share this new release from my Cardinal Rule Press Publishing sibling. LILA LOU’S LITTLE LIBRARY: A GIFT FROM the HEART by Nikki Bergstresser (author) and Sejung Kim (illustrator) Cardinal Rule Press Publishing 2021 A Field Trip to a Little Free Library Themes: Books, Generosity, […]
BEDTIME WITH MOMMY – a new classic board book for little ones
I always give books as gifts to new babies and their families and I just discovered my new go-to board book! BEDTIME WITH MOMMY By Nancy I Sanders with illustrations by Felia Hanakata Endgame Press 2021 Padded board book for ages 0-4 Setting: world regions The story begins… It’s bedtime in the ARCTIC. We’re […]
Meet Mr. Ernie’s Literary Friends
I have always had a dog – and actually had four for many years. Sadly, disease and age took them away. I spent a year traveling so it didn’t make sense to have a dog. Then the pandemic set in and I realized how much I missed having a canine companion. Fortunately, a beautiful puppy […]
WHEN WATER MAKES MUD: A Story of Refugee Children
It is always a happy time when a new book is finally out in the world. Books begin with a story idea and the author and illustrator’s dreams of what it will become. Today I am sharing a beautiful story of children who have their own dream written and illustrated by fellow The Kid Lit […]
Let’s Walk and Read!
Hooray! It’s Summertime! Are you looking forward to being outside, exercising, and reading a good book? Here’s a great way to combine all three of these activities as you WALK AND READ. The idea is simple. A children’s book is mounted on boards and displayed page-by-page in shop windows. Families read the story as they […]
For your book shelf -Little Medusa’s Hair Do-Lemma
As a child, I spent hours immersed in the D’Aulaire’s mythology books. I loved reading these incredible stories and was amazed by the antics of the gods and goddesses. Mythology was the foundation for my love of stories so I am thrilled by this a new take on one of the most fascinating characters in […]
The Tree In Me (and you)
Happy Arbor Day, Friends! I certainly believe that trees are worth celebrating. My yard is full of them. We have redwoods, pines, dogwoods, olives, figs, and a palm tree! Quite and assortment, don’t you think? So, when I saw this book at my local Indie, I knew it needed to come home with me. Let […]
THE BIG BEACH CLEANUP – a call to action!
There is nowhere I’d rather be than on a beach where I can walk the shore and listen to the waves. But there is nothing that can ruin a beach walk more than trash. For years our family has participated in Coastal Cleanup Day so the book I am sharing today is one that is […]
KINDNESS IS A KITE STRING: The Uplifting Power of Empathy
I love sharing new releases and today’s is extra special! Take a look at this beautiful cover. Doesn’t it make you want to go outside and fly a kite? The story inside is beautiful, too. KINDNESS IS A KITE STRING: The Uplifting Power of Empathy By Michelle Schaub (author) and Claire LaForte (illustrator) Cardinal […]
Not So Fast, Max – A Rosh Hashanah Visit with Grandma
The only thing I like better than visiting an apple orchard is reading a book that takes me there. And, when recipes are included, I know it’s a book for me. NOT SO FAST, MAX – A Rosh Hashanah Visit with Grandma By Annette Schottenfeld (author) and Jennifer Kirkham (illustrator) Kalaniot Books Picture book for […]
SUNDAY RAIN
Is there anything more fun for children than playing in the puddles left after a rainstorm? A big SPLASH is so satisfying. We don’t get much rain here in Central California so, when we do, it’s a big deal. Fortunately, a “March Miracle” rain coincided with the launch of Sunday Rain and I’d like to […]