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
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
If you’ve been looking for an easy-to-use Flip Alternative, here are some ideas. As a fellow teacher and library media specialist, I know how powerful Flip (formerly known as Flipgrid) has been for amplifying student voice and fostering student engagement. I was so disappointed when Flip became available only to those who use Microsoft Teams. … Read more
Ready to ignite a lifelong love for the natural world in your children? Dive into the captivating realm of nature studies for kids, where every backyard and local park becomes a living laboratory! With book lists curated by an elementary school librarian, this guide is brimming with elementary science activities and engaging nature lessons designed … Read more
Learn how to use YouTube videos to your advantage and drive more traffic to your blog. Think starting a YouTube channel is complicated? YouTube makes it easy, and reaches a massive audience. Ready to take your blog to the next level with a YouTube channel? Let’s go! My YouTube Channel Backstory Before I began blogging, … Read more
Introduce your little one to the wonders of the animal kingdom with delightful baby elephant books filled with cute elephant pictures and fun facts! Perfect for homeschool units or bedtime reading, these picture books for kids bring the magic of gentle giants to life. Whether you’re celebrating World Elephant Day or simply sharing your elephant … Read more
Learn how to use Pinterest effectively by following some simple, updated Pinterest guidelines. See steady, consistent growth as your pins get noticed. Ready to see increased traffic to your blog? Let’s get started! My Pinterest Backstory Have you been wondering how to increase your monthly Pinterest viewers without spending any money on a Pinterest scheduling … Read more
Get great, updated ideas about summer reading programs that are happening now. Free reading incentive programs for 2025 are here, and they’re not just for kids! Give kids and adults a fun summer of reading and earning rewards by choosing a summer reading challenge with interesting summer reading activities. Avoid the summer reading slide and … Read more
What is Pinterest SEO (search engine optimization)? Pinterest is a search engine, so in order to maximize Pinterest effectiveness, you need to make sure the Pinterest search engine can find your created pins. When your pins rise to the top of the results in Pinterest searches, you can potentially get big traffic to your website. … Read more
Learn how to create pins that will bring your website traffic year after year. It’s easy when you follow these simple steps. Ready to increase your Pinterest engagement? Let’s get started! Important Note About Multiple Pinterest Accounts Many people have multiple Pinterest accounts, including me. The Pinterest account I am basing my Pinterest tips on … Read more