Today I’m sharing ten picture books that feature Christmas celebrations from all across the globe! This book list was originally featured as a guest contribution on the fantastic blog Non-Toy Gifts. Each of these books will give readers an enchanting glimpse at how families in other countries celebrate the season, […]
In my family, we can’t get enough Christmas books. I’ve probably read hundreds of them! Today I’m sharing a selection of funny Christmas picture books that you won’t be able to resist! These eight picture books are sure to leave your whole family in stitches! If you have a favorite […]
Today I’ve put together a list of 10 Christmas-themed early readers! These short, illustrated books are suitable for beginning readers ages 5-8, and they are also excellent read-aloud stories for the whole family! These early readers are all available for under $5, so they make excellent stocking stuffers! Merry Christmas, […]
Today I’m sharing eight board books about Hanukkah! These sweet and simple books are perfect for sharing with a baby or toddler. To find more Hanukkah themed books, make sure to check out my list of Hanukkah Picture Books! My First Chanukah A fun and simple introduction to the holiday. […]
Hanukkah is right around the corner! In honor of the Festival of Lights, I’m delighted to share a list of my favorite Hanukkah-themed picture books. Whether you celebrate Hanukkah in your home or you simply want to expose your children to other cultures and traditions, these 15 books are worth […]
Valentine’s Day was one of my favorite holidays as a child. I loved making cards for all my friends and classmates and seeing how many I got in return, not to mention eating candy and treats in school! These out-of-the-box picture books represent themes like love, kindness, generosity, and friendship. […]
Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays, so creating this book list was so much fun! These picture books are full of everything there is to love about this season: family, tradition, and gratitude. For this list I’ve decided to forgo the traditional “first Thanksgiving” stories, so you won’t find […]
Chinese New Year (also commonly known as Lunar New Year) is one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the world. The festival traditionally lasts for 15 days, though many modern families only celebrate for a few days. The lunar calendar determines when the holiday will occur each year, typically […]
Christmas is a time that brings people together. Every year families from many different cultures and ethnicities celebrate Christmas across America and all over the world. I’ve assembled a list of 20 ethnically and culturally diverse Christmas stories for children ages 3-10. Each of these books will give readers a […]
One picture book that is very close to my heart – and perfect for this time of year – is A Thanksgiving Wish (©1999) by Michael J. Rosen and John Thompson. The poignant story is accentuated by striking painted illustrations. Every year, Amanda and her family travel to her grandmother […]
