For some little readers, transitioning from picture books to chapter books or middle grade reads can be tricky. For example, neurodivergent kiddos can have trouble processing information with visual aids or large-format letters, and reluctant or anxious readers might feel overwhelmed by an abundance of text. Fortunately, one of the best solutions for these obstacles … Continue reading Colorful Graphic Novels Recommendations for Early Readers
It’s Tuesday, which means it’s time to celebrate some book birthdays! This week’s new releases take readers from the depths of the sea to the heights of the moon and stars, from the Victorian era to the near future, and plenty of where and whens in between! Gigantic: The Small Whale with a Big Heart … Continue reading Happy Book Birthday: April 14th Edition!
Who doesn’t love a creature feature? There’s always something to love about an animal story for middle grade readers, whether it’s starring a loyal pet, fascinating wildlife, or beasts of fantasy and myth. These are some of our favorite middle grade animal tales from the last few months; what are some of yours? Glory Be … Continue reading Wildly Good Animal Tales for Middle Grade Readers
For the first Tuesday of April, we have so many brand new books to shout about that we had trouble fitting them into one group photo! Exploring a range of topics from parental love to cultural identity, from the joys of nature to neurodiversity, from silly shenanigans to blossoming queer romance, these new releases have … Continue reading Happy Book Birthday: April 7th Edition!
Can you believe that Ruth Spiro’s iconic Baby Loves Science board book series is turning 10 years old this year? Our family practically grew up with this awesome collection (our first was Baby Loves Quarks! back in 2016), which now boasts 26 titles and over 1 million copies sold. With a colorful and playful approach … Continue reading Baby Loves Science Series Turns 10!
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