Written by: Kobi Yamad Illustrated by: Mae Besom This was an absolutely beautiful book—one that really stays with you after you finish it. The illustrations are thoughtfully done and tie into the story in such a meaningful way, adding depth to every page. The story centers on a child with an idea, but one who […]

By: Elise Parsley Magnolia Says DON’T! – A Show-and-Tell That Goes Very Wrong This was probably one of my very favorite picture books, and it came highly recommended by Good Housekeeping. After reading it, I can definitely see why! The story follows Magnolia as she tries to decide what to bring for show and tell. While […]

By: Christopher Denise Knight Owl – A Clever and Charming Story for Young Readers Knight Owl is an absolutely adorable story about a little owl with a very big dream—to attend Knight School and become a brave knight. Right from the beginning, the story pulls readers into a medieval world where owls have mysteriously been disappearing […]

By: Bess Kalb and Erin Kraan “Buffalo Has a Fluffalo” – A Fun and Whimsical Story About Being Yourself I can see why “Buffalo Has a Fluffalo” is considered one of the top children’s books of all time by Good Housekeeping. The rhyming is fantastic, and we all know how much children benefit from rhymes—they help with phonetic […]

Written by Judith Viorst Illustrated by Ray Cruz “Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day” – A Funny and Relatable Children’s Classic This book is considered one of the top children’s books of all time by Good Housekeeping, and I couldn’t wait to dive in and see why. I had so much fun […]

By: Rachel Bright “Love Monster” – The Perfect Valentine’s Book for Kids Poor Love Monster just doesn’t seem to fit in with the plushie crowd. Determined to find someone he can love—and who makes him feel like he belongs—he sets off on a heartfelt adventure. Along the way, he discovers that love often appears in […]

By: Suzanne & Max Lange Grumpy Monkey Valentine’s Day Book Review: A Fun and Heartfelt Read Aloud for Kids If you’re looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day book for kids, the Grumpy Monkey series is always a great choice — and this Valentine’s-themed story is no exception. I absolutely love the Grumpy Monkey books, and this one is especially perfect […]

By: Travis Jonker I can see why this book was rated so high for children’s books about winter. The story follows a little boy named Liam who is absolutely determined to catch a snowflake on his tongue — something every child (and let’s be honest, plenty of adults) has tried at least once. The illustrations […]

By: Jan Brett A Cozy Winter Favorite: The Mitten One of our favorite winter read-alouds is The Mitten, a children’s book inspired by Ukrainian folklore. It’s one of those stories that just feels magical this time of year — gentle, whimsical, and perfect for snuggling up together with a blanket. The illustrations are absolutely beautiful. They’re soft, […]

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Paintings by: Kadir Nelson A Beautiful and Powerful Book About Martin Luther King Jr. This book was absolutely beautiful. The paintings by Kadir Nelson are incredible, and the inclusion of Martin Luther King Jr.’s original speech makes it even more special. This has become one of my favorite children’s books […]