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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