During times like these, many of us are looking for ways to raise children that will be forces for change in this world. We are looking to facilitate conversations about empathy, compassion and generosity. The thing about empathy and generosity,…
We need community now more than ever. Having a sense of community brings us together. It helps us understand that we are a part of something greater than ourselves. Being part of a community provides opportunities to connect with people,…
A Special Note to Young Readers: Have you ever thought about being a future leader? In the coming years, our cities, states, and country will need smart, thoughtful, compassionate, hardworking people to take on important roles in our government. Maybe…
During our weekly library trips, my son would spend most of his time perusing the nonfiction section. He would scoop up every book about sports and animals. He can spit back random facts about players, game rules, animal habitats, and…
Like most things we've come to expect in 2020, Halloween may look a little differently. While we might be leery of going door-to-door trick-or-treating this year, that doesn't have to ruin the Halloween spirit. There are so many ways that…
When my son was a baby, I anticipated so many opportunities to sit and read together. My heart sank when I sat on the floor with him one day, and he pushed the book away. The more I tried to…
Fall is in full swing and the temperatures are beginning to drop. What better way to spend time in the house than by snuggling up to a good book. We've collected some books that are releasing this October. The highlights…
Families can look many different ways. When I was growing up, children's books only depicted white families with two to three children doing family things or animal families with a few children doing family things. Most did not reflect the…
Books offer wonderful ways to celebrate and reflect on who we are, where we come from, and who we look to be in the world. They can be the reflective mirrors of our lives and see the beauty and power…
We are already headed into fall and what a year this has been. With school getting back into gear, we are settling into our regular routines. Here are some new releases to add to your home libraries as days grow…