Type: biographical picture bookAges: 4+Author: Patricia MacLachlanIllustrator: Hadley Hooper It could be said to be more of a biography of Matisse’s mother, but it includes plenty of Henri, too. We learn that much of his work is from his childhood…
Type: biographical picture bookAges: 3+Author: Tom RyanIllustrator: Christopher Hoyt I’m always impressed with children’s picture books that can communicate a true story so well and so succinctly. I didn’t know anything about Angus MacAskill before we happened upon this book,…
Type: picture bookAges: 3-8Author: Susan LowellIllustrator: Jim Harris This book is just good, clean fun. Every animal looked happy and friendly–even the tarantula and rattlesnake! Since we live in Arizona, it’s especially charming and entertaining for our family. Check it…
Type: picture bookAges: 3+Illustrator: Aaron. Becker Following a young girl on a delightful adventure, this book can charm a broad range of ages. There are many details to study in the artwork, too! It’s part of a trilogy, but we…
Type: Picture bookAges: 2-6Author: Robert MunschIllustrator: Michael Martchenko The best part of the book was how she tricked the dragon. It’s easily understood by young children and can cause giggles! The shallowness of the prince might not be quite as…
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…
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