I’m still on a bit of a blogging break which means that today I’ve got another miscellaneous jumble of titles. Each one shone out like the bright, Spring sun to me. There are *picture books *picture book biographies for Women’s …
Tag: children’s books
a jumble of good reads
Today’s post is a bit of a hodgepodge. I’ve felt the need lately to give myself a little break from my regular routine of blogging which for about 12 years now has required a fantastic number of hours to research, …
journeys far and near…gorgeous nonfiction that takes us new places
Open these books… …and head out on a journey. Maybe around the world. Maybe into outer space. Maybe into a cathedral. Five journeys full of wonder and fascination — for all ages — today! Chicken Talk Around the World, written …
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snow and ice and all things nice!…five wintry tales for cozy storytimes
It’s the post-holiday, full-on-winter time of year. Make the most of it with plenty of cozy story hours and some books saluting all things brrrr-azenly cold! Small Walt Spots Dot, written by Elizabeth Verdick, illustrated by Marc Rosenthal published in …
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a Christmas mystery and more holiday-set reads
How about a cozy Christmas mystery for some needed relaxation time over the holidays? This one will suit young readers ages 10 and older but is entertaining enough for adult readers looking for a light read as well. I enjoyed …
children caught in conflict…refugee reads for young and old
Can you guess the number of children who are currently forcibly displaced from their homes around the world? The UNHCR estimates it’s 34 million. 34 million is a staggering number of people under the age of 18 who cannot safely …
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a garland of Christmas stories for merry December reading
Over the years I’ve gathered quite a sleighload of books reveling in the joy of the Christmas season. You can find a link to my index displaying all those titles at the end of the post today. There are plenty …
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plum full of gratitude …a trio especially for November
As November brings Thanksgiving celebrations for those of us in the U.S. I’m happy to offer up this little bouquet of titles. Each helps us focus on gratitude, their pages brimming with abundance, welcome, and warmth. I’m posting these on …
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three just right for small-fry
If you’re looking for some new titles for the littlest lap-sitting bibliophiles in your sphere, be sure to check out these jolly choices! I Like Trains, written and illustrated by Daisy Hirst first published in 2020 in the UK; first …
peeking, opening, unfolding…books with surprising pages
Today’s books feature pages that take us by surprise — with stair-step pages to turn, unexpected flaps that lift and fold out, and intricately-cut pages inviting us to peek, peer, and discover. For those who love this sort of thing, …
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orange marmalade 