Reading any book is a wonderful way to help children develop empathy. Here are seven books for middle-grade readers that go the extra mile in teaching kids to be empathetic. I’ve been thinking a lot about how to teach kids to be more empathetic and kind lately. After writing a very emotional post about my…
This post is part of an ongoing Summer Reading for Kids series. Click HERE to find ideas for reading activities, reading lists, and reading incentives…and keep checking back for more! We only have three more days of school left, and I’m just getting to choosing the summer reading for my kids this year. I’ve been thinking about it…
Looking for Dork Diaries read alikes? Here are 35 book series that appeal to kids who love graphic novels and diary style books. As a parent I have learned that I have to pick my battles in many areas. The books my children choose to read is one of those areas. If I had my…
One of the categories I chose for a book challenge this year is: “A book that will help you achieve one of your goals this year.” I didn’t want to read just any self help book, I really wanted to think about a particular goal I have set for myself and find a book that…
Do you have a book lover in your life? All readers are sure to love these fun and quirky book related gifts! I love reading, and I fully admit to being a little obsessed with books and literature sometimes. That said, it’s not my favorite thing when someone gives me a book as a gift….
One of my very favorite Christmas traditions is the one that is the hardest to consistently keep. I love reading one Christmas book to my kids every night in December! But because December is always incredibly busy with various concerts and other holiday activities, it is really hard to always do this. I have been…
Looking for the best books to read aloud to your children? Try one of these timeless classics, beloved by all! This past summer I worked on getting back into the habit of reading out loud to my girls. I love reading to them. We have such great conversations and cuddles and it’s one of the…
Discussion questions, craft projects, enrichment activities, and refreshments to go with The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate This post is part of an ongoing Summer Reading for Kids series. Click HERE to find ideas for reading activities, reading lists, and reading incentives…and keep checking back for more! For the last few summers, my girls have enjoyed…
This post is part of an ongoing Summer Reading for Kids series. Click HERE to find ideas for reading activities, reading lists, and reading incentives…and keep checking back for more! This summer I made a goal to read out loud more to my kids. Life has gotten in the way lately, and I haven’t been reading to them…
Activity, discussion, and food ideas to make a quick and easy Harry Potter book club This post is part of an ongoing Summer Reading for Kids series. Click HERE to find ideas for reading activities, reading lists, and reading incentives…and keep checking back for more! This post contains affiliate links. It’s the end of July, and that means…
Does your child hate reading because they don’t like sitting still to do it? Try these 7 suggestions to help energetic kids focus on reading and develop a love for books. This post is part of an ongoing Summer Reading for Kids series. Click HERE to find ideas for reading activities, reading lists, and reading…
Kids who read over the summer stay on top of their reading skills and don’t fall behind. Use these ideas to get your kids excited about reading during summer vacation! This post is part of an ongoing Summer Reading for Kids series. Click HERE to find ideas for reading activities, reading lists, and reading incentives…and keep checking back…