If your young readers are fascinated by shipwrecks, mysterious vessels lost at sea, or daring underwater discoveries, this list of nonfiction shipwreck books for kids is the perfect place to dive in! As a former classroom teacher turned elementary librarian, I’ve gathered the best titles that turn historical shipwreck stories and famous shipwreck disasters into … Read more
Get some Valentine’s Day inspiration with this list of best Valentine books for kids of all ages. From toddlers through upper elementary grades, this Valentine book list has historical tales, humorous tales and stories about being kind. Some are newer and others are classics. As a school librarian, I am in the fortunate position to … Read more
Looking for the perfect way to spark curiosity about reptiles? From books about snakes packed with fun facts to engaging snake kindergarten activities, there are so many creative ways to start teaching kids about snakes. As a classroom teacher turned school librarian, I’ve enjoyed matching books with kids for many years. Whether you’re after toddler … Read more
Creepy, crawly, and totally fascinating, spiders are the perfect subject to spark curiosity in young learners! From books about spiders and spider books for kids to spider read alouds and fun spider-themed learning activities, there are endless ways to make learning engaging. As a classroom teacher turned school librarian, I’ve enjoyed matching books with kids … Read more
Ready to explore the fascinating world of bats? From books about bats to hands-on bat activities for kids, there are endless ways to make learning all about bats exciting. As a classroom teacher turned school librarian, I’ve enjoyed matching books with kids for many years. Whether you’re building a homeschool bat unit, planning bat lessons, … Read more
Get some turkey book inspiration with this list of best turkey books for kids including toddlers, preschool, and early elementary grades. This turkey book list includes fictional humorous tales and nonfiction titles as well. Some are newer and others are classics. As a school librarian at five different elementary schools, I am in the fortunate … Read more
Learn how to use Pear Deck with Google Slides and keep your students engaged. What is Pear Deck? Pear Deck is a free add-on you can install to use with Google Slides. It’s fun and easy to use. Not sure how to get started with Pear Deck? Read on for the simple, step-by-step instructions and … 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
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