Here are some outstanding new books of inspiration, and perseverance, to accompany this past weekend’s general conference messages:
I want to begin with a tremendous historical fiction book by the acclaimed author, Gerald N. Lund.  The Undaunted:  The Miracle of the Hole-In-The-Rock Pioneers is based on one of the most treacherous travels in American history. When [...]

Girls’ books are often easy to spot because they’re covered in pink.  Here are some pretty and pink picture books, along with a few chapter books, that – for the most part – follow that suite.
Let’s begin with the chapter books that are good for ages 8 through 12.  The Quail Club, by Carolyn Marsden, [...]

Dinosaurs, dinosaurs everywhere!  Books with dinosaurs in them will surely spark interest from young readers, and more than likely they will be read aloud over and over.  Here are some of the best picture books on the subject as well as other interests that boys seem especially keen on.  All of the picture books are [...]

September 11 is now a day of reflection, sadness, appreciation and of renewing our faith in our great country and believing all that it stands for. Here are some outstanding books that reflect what our country has begat and the talents and abilities of many that allow our democracy to thrive, which in [...]

Originally posted on September 4, 2009
School time for youngsters can often mean learning their ABC’s. But alphabet books may not necessarily be just for new readers. Here is a list of some of the best and newest books that are alphabetized from A to Z.
Latter-Day Occasions: My Baptism Keepsake, [...]

It’s time once again to get out the books, pencils, erasers and backpacks.  School may mean more homework and class projects, but it hopefully also means more books to read.  Here is a list of great books that relate to school.
Let’s begin with books geared for older kids, ages eight and up.  Return of the [...]

Are you looking for that last great book for summer?  Here is a list of some of the best books recently published that kids nine through adult will love.  All of these books would be terrific to read aloud to the entire family to enjoy as nighttime settles in and you want to read a [...]

Take a walk on the wild side and learn about animals in these outstanding non-fiction picture books. All of the books, except where indicated, are good for ages seven and up.
First, let’s look at Scholastic’s “Planet Earth” series.  The newest additions to these beautifully photographed books are:  Incredible Reptiles, Animals and Their Prey, Big World, [...]

Last week I reviewed great books to read to the youngest children in your family. This week I’m reviewing baby books that have been uniquely packaged to help intrigue and teach little ones.
Click, Clack, Moo:  Cows That Type, by Doreen Cronin, and illustrated by Betsy Lewin, is a book and play set that is packaged [...]

As we all know, babies are the up and coming new people of the world.  So why not spoil them now with up and coming new books.  Plus, who doesn’t want literate and smart kids?  So this week I’m delving into baby books with great sibling introductions to new arrivals, stories and learning.
Let’s begin with [...]