Books

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Peanut Butter and Jelly by Nadine Bernard Westcott is a great children's picture book. Here is a song and some actions to go along with it. It's super easy to sing and remember -- and kids love it!

Sing a Book: Peanut Butter and Jelly

Back in June, I was introduced to the concept of ‘singing’ books. Yes, singing them! I saw this presented by an elementary school teacher at a conference. To sing a book, you take a picture book or an early reader book, put them to the melody of an American folk song, and sing the […]

The children's picture book Press Here by Herve Tullet is one of the most delightful children's books around! You've GOT to read it to your kids!

A Delightful Children’s Picture Book

When our kids were growing up, our youngest son loved one picture book in particular. He had me read it over, and over, and over. I got to where I detested reading it to him. I think that the mark of a good children’s book is one that hold’s a parent’s […]

Ten Little Pirates by Mike Brownlow is a delightful picture book for kids.

Delightful Picture Book for Kids

(NOTE: I did not receive any remuneration for writing about this book. Nor did I get a free copy of it for review.) I’m always on alert for great books for kids. If they are picture books, I have two criteria. First, it must appeal to kids. Second, it must appeal […]

Book Lover’s Day

Today, August 9th, is Book Lover’s Day. I should have been organized enough to write about it in advance so that you could celebrate it with your grandchildren. I know. I’m a day late and a dollar short. Oh well. My list of books and my suggestions can be used […]