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As a mom of 4 little ones, I’ve seen many books come and go. But there are a handful of books that have lasted through and been thoroughly enjoyed by all four of my kiddos equally. These are the books that we’ll remember as my children grow, and these are books that’ll stay on my bookshelf no matter how worn and tattered they may become.
It’s bitter sweet, isn’t it? Your child is ready to move away from picture books to the more involved stories of chapter books, but what chapter books are appropriate for beginners?
Many of us own “The Night Before Christmas” in its any number of iterations available throughout the years. But there are loads of other wonderful books to read this holiday season, from "Dasher" to "The Nutcracker In Harlem" and “Potatoes at Turtle Rock.” Here’s a handful of our favorites.
They say that talking or reading to your child regularly, regardless of how young they are, will significantly enhance their vocabulary. And even if your baby would rather just grab and chew on the pages of their board book (they always do!), your voice is still comforting. The time to start building your baby’s library (and vocabulary!) is now, and here are 15 great baby books to help get you started.
In a world as rich and varied as ours, our bookshelves must reflect the wonderful diversity of the people who populate it. And just like it’s important to see from others’ perspectives, children must also see themselves in what they read: as vital members of their communities.
My daughter is obsessed with the book, “Goodnight Stories for Rebel Girls." Every night she chooses a different story that tells about an extraordinary woman who helped shape our world. She now wants to learn gymnastics because we read about Simone Biles. So, if strong female characters are what you’re looking for, here are 15 other books bound to inspire your little ones.
