Type: picture bookAges: 2+Author: Bonnie WorthIllustrator: Aristides Ruiz, Joe Mathieu A colorful one for today! We love the Cat in the Hat’s Learning Library books. They are always quite entertaining in their storytelling and, yet, we learn things, too!
Type: picture bookAges: 3-10Author: Ann McGovernIllustrator: Winslow Pinney Pels *I shared photos of my version on Instagram @ keenlykept. It’s the copy we’ve had for years, but it isn’t my favorite. ? I do recommend this book, but find a…
Type: picture bookAges: 2-7Author: Alison MitchellIllustrator: Catalina Echeverri It’s a quick read and a memorable one for your younger kiddos!
Type: history picture bookAges: 4-10Author: Cynthia GradyIllustrator: Amiko Hirao The first time I read this [borrowed] book, I knew we had to own it. Even history we wish hadn’t happened is important to learn about, and this tells the story…
Type: beginner chapter bookAges: 7-10Author: Clyde Robert BullaIllustrator: Paul Casale Here’s a small chapter book your boys might gravitate toward! As a mom, I particularly appreciated how the boy cared for his mother and lived honestly and responsibly. Good, short…
Type: picture bookAges: 3-8Author: Laura Ingalls WilderIllustrator: Renée Graef Have you read any of this series? It’s been one of my daughter’s favorites for years. They are a lovely picture book collection to have on your shelves!
Type: chapter book (historical fiction)Ages: 9+Author: Piet PrinsTranslator: Harry der NederlandenIllustrator: Jaap Kramer *As far as the violence goes, remember it’s 1940s war time in Europe. There is fighting, shooting, bombing, and general meanness. The boy gets quite roughed up…
Type: picture bookAges: 3-8Author: Alison MitchellIllustrator: Catalina Echeverri Hands down, best version of a juvenile “Daniel and the Lions” story I’ve read. That’s all I have to say about that! ??
Type: picture bookAges: 4-7Author: Catherine IpcizadeIllustrator: Ben Hodson Children are usually more familiar with careers like firemen, astronauts, teachers, athletes, actors, etc., so this was an excellent exception—zoo keeping. Great for reading prior to zoo visits!?????
Type: picture bookAges: noneAuthors: Raj Haldar, Chris CarpenterIllustrator: Maria Tina Beddia Having seen this on popular list for AGES, we finally checked it out. I’m thankful I pre-read this one and promptly returned it (after taking pictures for you ?–see…
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