Book Review: Fifo 50 States - by Hayley Rose
This week for the holiday my family and I took a fantastic road trip spanning 4 different states. Someday I hope to visit all 50 States with our kids (so far we have been to 7, plus one territory in...
View ArticleBook Review: Matthew's Monsters - by Stephanie Sisler
Matthew is convinced there are monsters living in his room - under his bed, in the toy box, and in the closet. Finally, one night he stays awake and tries to figure out what the monsters might look...
View ArticleBook Review: Don't Get Stuck On Being A Duck - by Zev Lewinson
Helping children embrace all they are and all they should be is one of a parent's most rewarding and challenging jobs. "Don't Get Stuck On Being A Duck" by Zev Lewinson is a sweet story about just...
View ArticleBook Review: How'd They Get In There/Como Se Metieron Ahi? - by Valeria Flores
"How'd They Get In There" by Valeria Flores is all about a little boy named Nico, and all the friends and family he has all over the world. He might not see them in person much, but he sees them in...
View ArticleBook Review: How'd They Get In There/Como Se Metieron Ahi? - by Valeria Flores
"How'd They Get In There" by Valeria Flores is all about a little boy named Nico, and all the friends and family he has all over the world. He might not see them in person much, but he sees them in...
View ArticleExpert Advice: The Dog Days of Summer
This guest post is written by Alva Sachs. Not only is she an award-winning children’s author, she is a former elementary school educator with sixteen years of classroom experience. Alva holds a MS Ed....
View ArticleBook Review: The Bravest Boy I Ever Knew - by Lisa Eichlin
Michael has a friend - one he is very proud of! He is proud of him because, even though he is in a wheelchair, he doesn't let that limit him. He can race, play, and be a great friend. And Michael...
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Children with autism and other processing and learning issues often do things that in other children would be considered a behaviour problem. For these kids though, there is so much more going on....
View ArticleBook Review: Starabella Book 2 New Adventures and Mixed Emotions - by Sharon,...
Children with autism and other processing and learning issues often do things that in other children would be considered a behaviour problem. For these kids though, there is so much more going on....
View ArticleBook Review: Six Healing Sounds - by Lisa Spillane
Qigong is an exercise in breathing and movement to help people relax and improve health. Many consider it a form of alternative medicine, some a spiritual practice, and others simply a form of...
View ArticleBook Review: Tangerine and Kiwi Visit the Apple Orchard - by Laila Heloua
Living in Michigan, the 3rd largest apple producing state in the US, we love apples. And what is even more fun than eating them (if that is possible), is going out to the orchards in the fall and...
View ArticleNew Release: Railroad Hank - by Lisa Moser
Lisa Moser is a fantastic author ("Perfect Soup" is one of my all-time favorites), so I was so excited to be asked to review her new release, "Railroad Hank" The book did not dissappoint! A narrative...
View ArticleBook Review: Exploring the Garden with the Little Rose - by Sheri Fink
The alphabet book is one of the staples of childhood - and there are lots of them! Sheri Fink has really added a wonderful alphabet book with "Exploring the Garden with the Little Rose" - her new...
View ArticleBook Review: I'm 5 - by Alva Sachs
This week my eldest son turned 5. Even one hour seems like a long time to him if he really wants something. Alva Sachs' book "I'm 5" captures the anticipation of childhood perfectly - and provides...
View ArticleBook Review: Tangerine and Kiwi Visit the Cheese Maker - by Laila Heloua
In today's modern age of grocery stores, supermarkets, and fast food, it is so important to share with our children where food comes from - which is why I love the Tangerine and Kiwi books! "Tangerine...
View ArticleBook Review: The Goodees Series - by T.S. Bradshaw
The Goodees are four friends - a dog, a pig, a bear and a frog. They each speak a different language, like different foods, and all love to have fun together. In the first Goodees book you get to meet...
View ArticleExpert Advice: 5 Ways to Improve Speech Through Reading - by Kimberly Scanlon
It’s never too early to start reading to your child. Research shows that early exposure to books helps improve literacy. However, if you are interested in getting your toddler to talk, HOW should you...
View ArticleBook Review: Tsunami - by Kimiko Kajikawa
Tragedy can strike anytime, and it can be a challenge to know how to talk to kids about it. Fred Rogers once said ""When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to...
View ArticleBook Review: Marshall and His Green High-Tops - by Camille Blue Amy
Has your child ever had something they really wanted? Something you know as their parent that they won't like quite as well as they think they will? Marshall and His Green High-Tops Whether you are an...
View ArticleExpert Advice: Teaching Children Through Multicultural Literature - by...
This guest post is written by elementary school reading specialist, literacy consultant, children's author, publisher, public speaker and freelance writer Kathryn Starke. She holds a masters degree in...
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