Each year I do a post of my favorite picture books of the year and I also include a small section for the best 1-3 board books. But, some years there are way more than three board books that deserve a View Post

Jodie is a mom of two boys and early childhood and elementary educator. She loves to read and help caregivers nurture our youngest caregivers.

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Each year I do a post of my favorite picture books of the year and I also include a small section for the best 1-3 board books. But, some years there are way more than three board books that deserve a View Post

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Brioche, sourdough, rye, pumpernickle... you name it...I'm here for the bread. Or maybe you are celebrating National Bread Month in November. No matter the reason, today's book list celebrates that View Post

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Oh, those carrots from the Crackenhopper Field are mighty fine, or are they? Get ready for some creepy carrot fun and then let the literacy learning fun ensue with these Creepy Carrots! Activities. View Post

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My all-time favorite dinner is pizza. Oh, how I love a great thick crust pizza! My boys also share my love of this yummy treat. There are plenty of books for kids that we can read about that View Post

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Have you ever gotten butterflies before a performance or a new experience? I sure have! And, now there is a picture book that can help us process that feeling. Enjoy reading and using these Piper View Post

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September 15th begins the month long celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. My last name of Rodriguez probably tipped you off that my husband has some Hispanic heritage. So, sharing books with our View Post

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How can you help little ones get ready to take the road reading? There are a few things you can do. Read, talk, and sing with them several time a day. And, play, play, play with letters and View Post