A good action book for kids will keep a child turning the pages until the book ends. As a child, I remember sitting in my bed late at night reading books like Nancy Drew because I just could. not. stop. The action and suspense in the story drew me in and I couldn’t stop reading…
Check out this fantastic list of kid’s books made into movies. It’s a perfect list so you can plan a fun family activity this month: Read a kid’s book and then watch the movie. There are so many fantastic children’s books that have been made into movies, so your family can easily find one you’ll…
Reading award-winning books with your kids is a wonderful way to experience some of the best stories that children’s literature has to offer the reader. From original artwork and creative storylines to relatable themes and important topics, these award-winning books have been selected because they have made significant contributions to the world of children’s (and…
Most of the kids I have met REALLY like animals and love books about animals. They may prefer dogs, cats, or horses, or they may be drawn to more exotic animals like meerkats, penguins, or capybaras. And I know for sure that a kiddo’s interest is like super glue. It makes things stick so animal…
I love a book that isn’t what I expected but in a good way. A book might surprise me with a plot twist or a different writing style. It could be that the characters aren’t what I thought they would be. Whatever the surprise, these are the top 10 books that surprised me in some…
There’s something a bit magical about Christmas chapter books because these are often the books that the whole family can enjoy together. Each year, I like to choose at least one Christmas chapter book to read in December with my kids. (or listen to!) Just add cocoa, and you have a great way to make some…
Finding Thanksgiving books for kids when my kids were little was always tricky. I didn’t know which books to buy, and which to get from the library. Books, especially really high-quality picture books, aren’t cheap. But holiday books have always felt like a good investment because they often become part of your family’s tradition. Leading…
