Let’s all stay smart and continue to learn throughout the summer months. Here are some amazing books that kids will likely pick up and look through all the way to the back of each book due to the interesting and kid-friendly layout of each book. I’ve categorized these books into three groups: animals, earth and sky.
Let’s begin [...]

Summertime is full of nature’s surprises. I’ve compiled some great picture books about bugs, small critters, gardens, farm animals and the beautiful summer weather. As with most picture books, all ages can enjoy and benefit from the uplifting messages they portray.
Ubiquitous:  Celebrating Nature’s Survivors, by the Caldecott award duo, Joyce Sidman, and illustrated by Beckie Prange, [...]

There aren’t many forms of common life experiences that can last throughout our entire lives. But reading a book does last. It’s an adventure that takes us from the youngest age all the way through to our oldest ages. This adventure also involves parents and children together and can create a bond so strong that it lasts forever. [...]

Words, or books of advice, are the best kind of graduation present for those who are moving on to the next level. These books are great for all ages except where noted. So take my advice and give a book to that graduate – no matter which level or school they are graduating from.
Fu Finds [...]

Graduation is coming up for kids of different ages and at different stages in their lives. Here are some great uplifting books to help celebrate this grand time and for all ages to learn from and enjoy.
I Can Be Anything, by Jerry Spinelli, and illustrated by Jimmy Liao, poses many unique and creative job and [...]

Springtime brings about a variety of interesting weather. It also brings the renewal season full of blossoms and planting. Here is an assortment of books on this subject that will entice and teach children of all ages.
Science Kids: Weather, by Caroline Harris, has the typical bright photos and teachable illustrations that Kingfisher is so well [...]

LDS Spring Conference brings anticipation, renewal, direction and inspiration. It’s always even more special when Easter occurs during these talks from our great leaders. I’ve gathered some great books for kids that are all by LDS authors.
The first two are picture books that are geared for ages 4 through 8 and perfect for this time [...]

Human behavior is a most interesting subject. Many of us notice when children misbehave and we try to correct them. But hopefully we catch our children behaving appropriately and point it out  to them. Here are some outstanding books to help shape, encourage and motivate children to be on their best behavior.
Let’s begin with manners [...]

Math is a necessary part of all of our lives and understanding the many concepts will help youngsters as they navigate through life. Here are recent picture books that explore the concepts of amount, time, shapes, comparisons and capacity.
Let’s begin with books that deal with numbers and explorations of problem solving. Disney’s Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: [...]

The horrific disaster in Haiti has raised many questions concerning our earth and the natural conditions that affect it. I have assembled a list of some outstanding new non-fiction books that will help all ages better understand our earth and the many natural phenomena that occur with some frequency.
Planet Earth, by Barbara Taylor, and published [...]