Type: biographical picture bookAges: 4-8Author: Michael O. TunnellIllustrator: Ted Rand This was an amiable little story that we enjoyed very much! The author’s note at the back describes the differences between the true story and her version. The beautiful watercolor…
Type: picture bookAges: noneAuthor: Glenys NellistIllustrator: Elena Selivanova I was so, so sorry to discover the author’s Twitter profile (see above), because I loved this book and couldn’t wait to read it to my kids. But no can do. You…
Type: picture bookAges: 4-8Author: Dandi Daley MackallIllustrator: Richard Cowdrey The last page of the book emphasizes how legends and traditions can strengthen our faith and help us remember. It gives talking points. *There are three page spreads in the middle…
Type: picture bookAges: 2+Author: Cynthia RylantIllustrator: Katie Harnett *As I’m sure you know, not all children have a home like what described in this book–one in which they can relax, rest, and recharge. I’d recommend taking into account your potential…
Type: picture bookAges: 3+Author: Charlotte ZolotowIllustrator: Wendell Minor Add this to your summer reading list (or at least books to read on summer!), because it’s a winner.
Type: picture bookAges: 3-6Author: Helen LesterIllustrator: Lynn Munsinger I love this book’s message–that it’s okay to march to your own beat!
Type: picture bookAges: 2+Author/Illustrator: Crockett Johnson Even if your children know Santa isn’t real, it’s still fun to enjoy the imaginative stories that surround the holiday. It’s just like any other fairy tale. 😉 If you haven’t read the original…
Type: biblical picture bookAges: 3+Author: Carl LafertonIllustrator: Catalina Echeverri If you only read one Easter book this year, make it this one. In fact, read it on the regular throughout the year! Before I read it for the first time…
Type: picture bookAges: 6-9Author/Illustrated: Katherine Milhous Overall, it’s a cute story of some cousin kids and their exciting Easter day. It always seems odd to me to read Easter books that have no mention of Jesus (the whole reason for…
Type: board bookAges: baby-4Author: Patricia A. PingryIllustrator: Rebecca Thornburgh If you’re looking for an addition to your child’s Easter basket or something to read as Easter approaches, this is a lovely choice. My kids have all liked reading it when…
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