Kids Books

The Old Woman Who Named Things

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I want my kids to be compassionate people who not only respect their elders, but have empathy for all human beings. This book is a great way to allow kids to understand what it feels like to be nearer the end of your life in a way that is sweet, without being sad. Title: The Old Woman Who ...

The Girl and the Bicycle

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This sweet, wordless picture book teaches kids lessons about hard work and generosity. It also teaches kids how to handle disappointment gracefully. Title: The Girl and the BicycleAuthor: Mark PettIllustrator: Mark PettPublication Year: 2014Age Group: Preschool, KindergartenAmazon ...

A Sick Day for Amos McGee

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This is such a sweet book for a child that is not feeling well. First the main character is there for all his animal friends. Then when he is sick, they are all there for him. Title: A Sick Day for Amos McGeeAuthor: Philip C. SteadIllustrator: Erin E. SteadPublication Year: 2010Age ...

We Don’t Eat Our Classmates

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This book had all my kids laughing, ages 2 through 8, though once we explained it to my toddler, he didn't think it was very funny after all. This made us all laugh harder. Title: We Don't Eat Our ClassmatesAuthor: Ryan T. HigginsIllustrator: Ryan T. HigginsPublication Year: 2018Age ...

Rosie Revere, Engineer

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I love this book on so many different levels. For one, I am an engineer. However, even when I started college, I had no idea what an engineer actually did. This book illustrates engineering beautifully. Secondly, I really want my kids to become comfortable with failure. This book encourages that ...

Please, Mr. Panda

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This book has been AMAZING for helping my 5 and 7 year olds remember to say please. Based on other reviews I read, some people think it's condescending and sends a bad message, but my kids and I all think it's hysterical. I love that it gives me an easy, fun way to remind my kids to be polite. ...

Elmo’s Big Lift-and-Look Book

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This book, which my two-year-old received for Christmas, has become an unexpected toddler favorite in our house. In the past few weeks, it has helped him master opposites and shapes. He's even starting to recognize numbers and letters. Rather than being boring, he requests it at bedtime every. ...

Gooney Bird Greene

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A funny, entertaining, adorable read-aloud for families with kids between the ages of 4 and 8. Title: Gooney Bird Greene Author: Lois Lowry Illustrator: Middy Thomas Publication Year: 2002 Website: www.loislowry.com Age Group: Kindergarten, Early Elementary Amazon Product Page (Affiliate ...

The Monster at the End of This Book

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This classic, funny, interactive story is seriously one of the best books for preschoolers and kindergartners of all time. It was one of my favorites as a kid and is now one of my children's favorites. Title: The Monster at the End of This Book Author: Jon Stone Illustrator: Michael ...

Watch Me Throw the Ball!

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An excellent, modern, engaging easy reader to get kids started reading on their own. My kindergartner thinks it's so funny that he practically has it memorized. Title: Watch Me Throw the Ball! Author/Illustrator: Mo Willems Publication Year: 2009 Website: www.mowillems.com/ Age Group: ...