It may seem like incarceration is a too heavy a topic for a children’s book. However, the United States has the highest incarceration rate of any developed nation. That means millions of children have been touched by incarceration. All of those children deserve to see themselves in books. The books on this list touch on…
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Picture Books for Kids
This is a collection of all of my book lists for children that feature our favorite picture books. Book lists are arranged by theme. You will find folktales from around the world, holiday books, wordless book, our best books of the year as well as titles on many other topics. Happy reading!
Children’s Books About Consent
It is absolutely essential that all children learn about consent, both so that they know how to assert control over their own bodies, and so that they respect the boundaries of others. That said, it is understandable if parents need a little guidance on how to approach the topic of consent and safe touch with…
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Mind Your P’s & Q’s: Kids’ Books about Manners
Tired of saying, “What’s the magic word?” and, “What do you say?” to your kids? These children’s books about manners will be just the thing to show kids how enjoyable being polite actually is! But the books on this list don’t just teach kids to say, “Please and thank-you,” they demonstrate how being kind, cooperative,…
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Children’s Books about the Holocaust
How does one possibly begin to tell their children about the Holocaust? It is a daunting subject, but one we must never forget. One tool at parents’ and educators’ disposal is good children’s books about the Holocaust and the Jewish experience of World War II. Much has been written about how and when to educate…
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Picture Books for Older Children
Some people mistakenly believe that picture books are only for little kids. But read the books on this list to older children and you will quickly see how misguided such a belief is. Picture books have complex vocabulary, diverse narratives, thought-provoking themes–all the qualities we want in any book we read aloud to children. By…
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Books for Kids
Strengthen your child’s knowledge of history, civil rights and the values of perseverance and equality by celebrating Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with a stack of children’s books. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day lands on the third Monday in January, but include these books in your reading all year long. These Martin Luther King, Jr….
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Funny Christmas Books for Kids
One of the best Christmas traditions is snuggling up with your kids to read books and funny Christmas books will make your family read aloud time extra special. These hilarious Christmas books will make your kids laugh, guffaw, snicker and maybe even snort milk out their nose. Just move the cookies out of the way…
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Holiday Picture Books for Interfaith Kids
A growing number of households are interfaith families and celebrate both Hanukkah and Christmas. Fortunately, there are some wonderful picture books that reflect that reality and celebrate diversity. But you don’t need to be an interfaith family to enjoy this book list! They can be enjoyed by kids and families of any faith. Picture Books…
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