It’s National Crayon Day and I think that is a great reason to celebrate. When I was a child, we shared a big box of well used crayons that was passed away. Somehow, I never found my favorite colors – magenta and midnight blue. How I longed for the box of 64 crayons with the […]
Biographies
WILLIAM STILL and HIS FREEDOM STORIES: Father of the Underground Railroad #READYOURWORLD
It’s Multicultural Children’s Book Day 2021 #ReadYourWorld It is so exciting to come across a book that opens you eyes. Thanks to Peachtree Publishing, I am sharing an amazing true story about a man that everyone should know about. WILLIAM STILL and HIS FREEDOM STORIES: Father of the Underground Railroad By Don Tate (author and […]
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 […]
Ready to Fly: How Sylvia Townsend Became the Bookmobile Ballerina
As a child, my two favorite things were ballet and books so I am excited to discover a book that combines both. Best of all, it is the true story of a dancer who inspires others to persist in fulfilling their dreams. Ready to Fly: How Sylvia Townsend Became the Bookmobile Ballerina By Lea Lyon […]
RAILWAY JACK – The True Story of an Amazing Baboon A review and chat with debut author KT Johnston
RAILWAY JACK – The True Story of an Amazing Baboon A review and chat with debut author KT Johnston RAILWAY JACK The True Story of an Amazing Baboon By KT Johnston (author) and César Samaniego (illustrator) Capstone Publishing 2020 Picture book for grades 3-5 but older and younger children will also find this book fascinating […]