Mo Willems is our favorite. There are several spots on this blog where I publicly declare my belief that he is a genius. However, when I read this book to my kids, aged 4 to 10 years, I did not tell them that Willems was the author. It is not immediately recognizable as his work. They all still ...
Early Elementary
If You Plant a Seed
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This book really has it all...gorgeous illustrations, an easily understood plot, hilarious moments, and a sweet moral. All of my kids (ages 4 to 10 years) and I thought it was delightful. If You Plant a Seed Details Title: If You Plant a SeedAuthor/Illustrator: Kadir NelsonPublication Year: ...
Chloe and the Lion
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It's not very often you find a picture book that is completely original and hilarious. This is one of those inventive, creative finds that opens kids' minds to new possibilities and helps them think outside of the box. Chloe and the Lion Details Title: Chloe and the LionAuthor: Mac ...
Stuck
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We read a LOT of picture books in this house. It is not often I find one that has all 4 of my kids (ages 4 to 10) laughing with the same intensity. However, Stuck achieved this miraculous feat. All of my kids thought this book was hilarious. Stuck Details Title: StuckAuthor/Illustrator: ...
Adventures with Waffles
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I'm pretty sure this is the only read aloud that made me laugh so hard I couldn't continue. Other books have made me laugh until I cried, but with this one, not only was I crying, but I literally couldn't get the words out. I had to hand the book to my ten year old to read a sentence for me. Don't ...
The Wild Robot
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This unique and quirky book was absolutely delightful. From the description, I wasn't sure my family was going to enjoy it, but it was recommended by so many people, I figured we had to check it out. From the moment we started reading, it was clear this book was unlike any others we have read. ...
The Prairie Thief
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The Prairie Thief is one of the best read alouds our family has ever heard. Maybe it was because we listened to the author, Melissa Wiley, read it to us live on social media, but everyone in our family loved it. Our toddler was mesmerized. My 10 year old even asked if I could buy the book after so ...
Ducks Don’t Wear Socks
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The perfect book for serious kids that need to loosen up a bit, all four of my children (ages 3 through 9) thought this book was hysterical. Title: Ducks Don't Wear SocksAuthor: John NedwidekIllustrator: Lee WhitePublication Year: 2008Age Group: Preschool, Kindergarten, Early ...
Wolfie the Bunny
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My 7 and 9 year olds thought this book about Wolfie the Bunny was HILARIOUS. I thought it was really funny as well. I'm pretty sure it went over the heads of my 3 and 5 year olds a bit. During the first reading I think my 5 year old in particular was concerned about the direction this book was ...
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 Named ...
Michelle has a PhD in Engineering from Stanford University and a Bachelor's Degree from the California Institute of Technology. 