Trends come and go, and as a child of the 80s, I’m frequently finding that many of the characters, toys, and shows that I enjoyed as a child are coming back now, just in time for those in my generation to want to reminisce by turning our own young kids onto them. But, then there…
Category Archives: Dawn
First Day on Earth
As my oldest child gets closer and closer to his teenage years, I find myself trying to read a bit more YA fiction in anticipation of what he’ll be reading soon enough. Not being very well-versed in this age bracket of reading, I sometimes have difficulty differentiating between YA fare and more sophisticated middle grade…
Stand-Out Cybils Nominated Picture Books, #7
This week, I’m sharing three titles that serve as great reminders about what often appeals to young children the most about picture books. Yup, it’s the pictures, of course! These three books have unique illustrations that are sure to attract the eye of little ones, and when the stories get shared by a loving grown-up,…
Help Me Get Ready to Read
If you’re visiting our site of book reviews, then it’s safe to assume you already understand the value of reading. If you’re also a parent, then I’m willing to bet you also place an emphasis on reading in your family. But, the love of reading alone doesn’t always translate into understanding how the process starts…
Stand-Out Cybils Nominated Picture Books, #6
I’m sometimes a bit neurotic about books and how they are placed on their shelves. In my classroom, I like to make our bookshelves neat with similarly-themed books near each other, and at home, I often go for the basket option, keeping some nonfiction titles on one topic in one, while fairy tales and nursery…
Booky Wook 2: This Time It’s Personal
Salacious. Bawdy. Hilarious. Yes, Russell Brand is known world-wide as a stand-up comedian and an actor, and I’m finding that folks either love him or hate him. Me? I have been brought to laughter many times when watching him on the screen. In my one brush with celebrity, I also blushed like a schoolgirl when…
Stand-Out Cybils Nominated Picture Books, #5
Another Friday, another trio of Cybils Award nominated picture books for you, care of the gigantic stack on my dining room floor right now. (Thank goodness for my local public library!) This week, I’ve chosen to highlight books from three authors whose names you just may recognize from their previous works. These are releases from…
Razzle-Dazzle Ruby, Review and Giveaway
Picture books with pop-up and pull-tab features can often be tons of fun for young children, for the interactive nature of the book brings the story to life in a unique way. Masha D’yans has created an adorable character and beautiful snowy world in Razzle-Dazzle Ruby, just in time for winter! Come sled, skate and…
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