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Springtime Books

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 [...]

Spring Books

It’s Spring and there are baby animals everywhere. So why not celebrate this renewing season with books about animals? Most of these new publications are about pets, and are picture books. But, I’ll begin with some great fiction books geared for ages eight and older.
A Dog Called Kitty, by Bill Wallace, is told through Ricky’s [...]

Last Minute Christmas Gifts

Are you looking for some last minute Christmas gifts?  Look no further because I have a collection of outstanding books that will suit everyone in your family. This first book is geared for adults and it’s the quintessential essence and spirit of Christmas. The Shepherd’s Song: A Christmas Story, by Larry Barkdull, is told through [...]

More Christmas Books

The Christmas season brings stories that are rich in love, humility and gifts of the heart. I’ve gathered some outstanding books for all ages that emulate the true meaning of Christmas.
Christmas Jars Reunion, by Jason F. Wright, continues where the “Christmas Jars” left off with Hope, and her life after being reunited with her biological [...]

Christmas Read-Alouds

Christmas is right around the corner and books rich with the meaning of this special holiday helps to celebrate Christ’s birth. Here are some stories that are meant to be read aloud to your families during the month of December.
Let’s begin with a most amazing story that demonstrates the human spirit during the worst of [...]

Signs of Fall

If you live in Northern Utah, you’ll wonder what happened to fall after experiencing the snowfall this mid-week. But this week’s review celebrates “Signs of Fall” as well as interesting weather during this time of year through picture books that are good for ages 4 through 8.
Leaf Trouble, by Jonathan Emmett, and illustrated by Caroline [...]

Spring Books

Spring has sprung and the birds are coming back.  Animals and insects are coming out and the trees and ground are changing color.  What better way to celebrate this new and growing season than with reading great picture books on the subject.
Let’s begin with a great book that will have you grabbing a tissue.  Sneezy [...]

Snow/Cold Weather Books

January is the month for cold and wet or snowy weather and I have some great books about the subject that may just make you want to read these books by a warm fire and a hot cup of cocoa.
The Winter Room , by Gary Paulsen, has the potential of becoming one of my favorites [...]

Last Minute Christmas Gifts

Are you looking for last minute gifts?   Well, look no further.   I’ve compiled some outstanding books that will surely complete your Christmas list.
I’ll begin with some of the best non-fiction books from this past year that all ages will definitely enjoy.   Atlas of the Universe , by Dr. Mark A. Garlick, is [...]

Fall and Thanksgiving Books

Fall is the season of great changes, great beauty and great books on the subject of fall.   Here is a collection of some wondrous picture books celebrating autumn.
In November , by Cynthia Rylant, and illustrated by Jill Kastner, depicts the sounds, sights and even smells of this month as winter approaches.   [...]