We are just hitting a magical stage where all three girls can sit through picture books at the same time (even a few weeks ago, Star was likely to flip out halfway through anything longer than a board book or try to rip the pages or just be so wiggly that it wasn't fun at all). Plus, all the fall releases are pouring in, and I'm starting to feel more human again now that I'm firmly into the second trimester, and it's just been a delightful reading time at our house. Here are a few picture ... Read More about 8 Picture Books for Crisp Fall Days
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8 Picture Books for Spring Break
Spring break is over and I'm glad to be getting back into a normal-ish routine. But one nice thing about spring break was a little more time to read books and we went through piles of library books in the last couple of weeks as we enjoyed some more leisurely mornings to pull out a spring break book and read it in bed or after lunch. Let's be honest, I wouldn't mind if it was spring break for another two weeks. Whether you're out of school right now or not, these books are perfect to ... Read More about 8 Picture Books for Spring Break
8 Picture Books to Read with a Cup of Cocoa
Just kidding. . . I don't actually love hot cocoa (I don't hate it, it's just not something I seek out usually). And my children would inevitably spill it on the couch or the book pages or both. So ignore that title. But you still should pick these up since they are really good books to read with your kids. 8 picture books to read with your kids Strictly No Elephants by Lisa Mantchev and Taeeun Yoo This book is just so sweet and it totally charmed my girls - I think I read this one ... Read More about 8 Picture Books to Read with a Cup of Cocoa
8 Picture Books to Curl Up With
Of course I love reading Christmas picture books during December (and we've been reading these ones on repeat), but I don't want to ONLY read Christmas picture books. When I need a break from all things Santa, snow, and shepherds, I'm glad to have a few other choices on hand. These eight have been recent hits in our house (and if you're looking for a good last-minute gift for a child this holiday season, I'll happily vouch for all of these). favorite picture books The Queen's Hat by ... Read More about 8 Picture Books to Curl Up With
2011 Gift Guide: Picture Books
You guys, I am loving putting these together. It's fun to try to find things that are just a little off the main radar (thus, you won't see Mo Willems or No David! books on this list). Anyway, on to the picture books! More Life-Size Zoo by Teruyuki Komiya. I've mentioned Life-Size Zoo before and I like this second one even a little better - the lion in particular is extremely impressive. Perfect for any child that loves animals (watching Ella try to wrestle this enormous book amused me for ... Read More about 2011 Gift Guide: Picture Books