Learn about some excellent and engaging reindeer books for kids from a reindeer-loving mom and children’s librarian. Find a great selection of books about Rudolph the red nosed reindeer as well as reindeer books for toddlers, preschoolers, kindergarteners and beyond. So sit back, grab some reindeer-themed snacks and enjoy perusing the titles. Whether you are … Read more
Learn about some entertaining and informative cranberry books from a happy resident of a cranberry-growing region who is also a children’s librarian. Find a great selection of cranberry books for toddlers as well as for preschool and kindergarten students. Even adults will find cranberry books on this list. So sit back, grab a cup of … Read more
Choose some excellent Christmas books to read from this extensive list. There are titles for kids of all ages, from toddlers and preschoolers to upper elementary students. Adults will enjoy them, too! Some of them are newer, and others are classics. As a school librarian, mom, and grandmother, one of the favorite traditions I look … Read more
Learn about some fabulous books about apples from an apple-growing mom and children’s librarian. Find a great selection of books about apples for toddlers, as well as for preschool and kindergarten students. Even adults will find books about apples on this list. So sit back, grab a cup of mulled apple cider or a piece … Read more
Get some gingerbread book inspiration with this list of best gingerbread books for kids including preschool and elementary grades. This gingerbread book list includes fictional humorous tales about the Gingerbread Man, stories about gingerbread houses, and nonfiction cookbook titles as well. Some are newer and others are classics. As a school librarian at five different … Read more
Get some Thanksgiving inspiration with this list of best Thanksgiving books for kids of all ages. From toddlers through upper elementary grades, this Thanksgiving book list has historical tales, humorous tales and stories about being grateful. Some are new and others are classics. As a school librarian, I am in the fortunate position to be … Read more
These engaging technology books for kids are perfect for helping preschool and elementary school students understand technology. Get a list of the best technology books for kids right here and learn why these books stand out. Studies are indicating that an early introduction to computer skills, including coding, can give students a problem-solving, critical-thinking advantage. … Read more
Here is a comprehensive list of the best first day of school books for every elementary school grade. I even included a book for those starting preschool as well as some back-to-school books for teachers. Some are new for 2023, and others are classics. What is a good first day of school book? I hope … Read more
Here’s a list of the best funny Halloween books for kids of all ages. The list is sorted by age and grade level for easy reference. As a veteran elementary school teacher, now a school librarian, I know how popular “creepy” books are with kids. These books are fun to read at Halloween and during … Read more
Both of our boys are avid readers, but this wasn’t always the case. They both needed some help to make the transition from viewing reading as a chore to viewing reading as a pleasurable activity. Helping reluctant readers to make this transition is a challenge faced by many teachers and parents. A Game-Changing Resource In … Read more