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This is the archive collection of every single one of our book lists, plus a few extra discussions about how books and literacy play an important role in our family life. You will find lists for everyone, from babies and toddlers to middle grade and even a few YA books.

 

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Classic Children’s Audiobooks You Won’t Want to Miss

July 20, 2020

collage of classic children's audiobooks

Are you are looking for some great classic children’s audiobooks but tired of the same old recommendations? You’ve come to the right place because on this list you will surely find some great classic audiobooks you may not have listened to, yet! Audiobooks are an excellent way to get kids to “read” the classics. (And…
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Children’s Books with Characters of Indian and South Asian Descent

July 13, 2020

collage of children's books with south asian characters

How diverse are your child’s bookshelves? It’s been said many times, and deserves to be said many more: books offer both a window, in which we look into the lives of others, and a mirror, in which we see ourselves. These children’s books with characters of South Asian descent are delightful mirrors and windows! The…
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Children’s Books that Teach Meaningful Values

July 6, 2020

collage of picture book covers for children's books about values

How do you teach children values and help them build character without sounding like a lecturer? Character traits like respect, kindness, honesty and gratitude? One tool you have at your disposal is a wealth of wonderful children’s books. The perfect picture book prompts children to consider situations in which their actions help them develop strong…
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Anti-Bias Middle Grade Books for Ages 9 and Up

June 29, 2020

Anti-bias middle grade books ages 9 and up

Books have a unique ability to show us the lives of others and open our eyes to experiences very different than our own. However, if the images and narratives in children’s books portray only the dominate culture, they serve to sideline diverse voices. Instead we must search out anti-bias books and do the important work…
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Books for Kids Who Like Pippi Longstocking

June 25, 2020

Book covers for titles like Pippi Longstocking

Do your kids like Pippi Longstocking? You’ve come to the right place. Sure, you could read more books by Swedish author, Astrid Lindgren, (and you should!) but why not also pick up one of the books on this list? The stories included here feature quirky girl and boy characters on marvelous adventures. Sometimes they get…
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17 Children’s Picture Books to Teach Anti-Bias and Inclusion

June 23, 2020

Picture books about inclusion and anti-bias

Children’s books are a wonderful way to start conversations about important topics. The picture books on this list teach inclusion and promote an anti-bias attitude. They help teach children the value of embracing and respecting differences among people as well as show them there is great joy in living in a diverse community. They will…
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Books on the History of the Fight for LGBTQ Rights – for Kids

June 22, 2020

Collage of lgbtq picture books for kids

Did you know the first Pride parade took place 50 years ago in June, 1970? These picture books about the history of the fight for LGBTQIA+ rights will inform your kids about the important figures and events in the movement for LGBTQIA+ equal rights, as well as teach empathy, kindness and the value of including…
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Middle Grade Books that Address Racial Injustice

June 8, 2020

Collage of book covers of middle grade novels that address racial injustice

We MUST talk about race with our children. No child is too young. It is only way we can raise kids who fight against racial injustice. One way to do that is ensure they read books that address racial injustice. As a white parent of white boys, I must make sure that my kids understand…
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Best Books on Epic! Reading App

May 18, 2020

Girl reading ebook

Is your library closed? Book budget running low? Kids acting bored when what they really need is a new book to let their imaginations fly? Ebooks may be you answer. When you need to stretch your book budget as much as possible, a reading app is a lifesaver, especially if you have a voracious reader….
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Heartwarming Books to Read Aloud as a Family

May 13, 2020

Heartwarming read aloud books

Family read aloud time is the best time in the world. When you find just the right heartwarming children’s book to share with everyone, you want to jump for joy because family time is that much better. Always on the hunt for the next great read aloud, I recently asked parents what their current read…
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