Dr. Seuss books have been favorites among young readers since the 1950s, and our house is absolutely no exception. My children are captivated by the classic characters, like The Cat in the Hat and How the Grinch Stole Christmas, and can't get enough of the silly rhymes and unmistakable drawing style. … [Read more...]
The Big Q: Where Do Babies Come From?
January 28, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Children have new questions every day. Their eyes are fresh and their minds are thirsty for knowledge. Why is the sky blue? Why do we have toes? Where do babies come from? This last question can strike fear into the heart of even the most open, honest parent. Do I tell the truth? How much will she … [Read more...]
Top 25 Chapter Books for Kids
October 14, 2009 By 2 Comments
Yesterday I shared with you Scholastic's Top 25 Picture Books. Here are the Top 25 Chapter books, chosen by 200 school teachers. Many of these children's books made a major impact on my childhood. Charlotte's Web was the first book I ever cried over and Anne of Green Gables made me realize it was okay … [Read more...]
Must Have Picture Books
October 13, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Looking to start your Christmas shopping but don't know where to start? Books always make a great gift. Scholastic surveyed 200 teachers to find out which picture books are the most loved. Here are 25 timeless treasures: 1. Where the Wild Things Are, by Maurice Sendak, (HarperCollins, 1963) … [Read more...]
Get Kids Reading!
October 7, 2009 By 7 Comments
Having three young children, I am all too aware of how toys can clutter up a house and take over all the rooms you once thought of as your own. I made a decision a few years ago to buy only (or at least mostly) books as gifts for children. I knew I might not endear myself to the recipients of these gifts … [Read more...]
This Week in Babies and Kids Blogs
December 7, 2007 By Leave a Comment
This week in babies & kids blogs: Disney fanatics can pick up these great vintage attraction posters featured on Coochicoos. Strollerderby discusses under cover internet sites that are not kid friendly … [Read more...]
Love You Forever
December 6, 2007 By 13 Comments
This book has been around for a while, but I wanted to share it with those who may not have heard about it. Love You Forever is about a mother and her unconditional love for her son as he goes through the stages of growing up and becoming a man. … [Read more...]
