Here are some outstanding picture books that deal with appropriate behavior, along with friend-ship. All of these books are good for all ages except the first two which are better suited for ages four to six.
I Can Say Please and I Can Say Thank You, both by Tamsin Ainslie, are both sweet little books that [...]

Another school year is soon coming to an end and I’ve gathered together some really terrific and unusual books that will be great for gifts and/or summer. These books (unless otherwise noted) are great for all ages.
I’ll begin with pop-out books. Matthey Reinhart and Robert Sabuda are two of the most renowned paper engineers in [...]

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. [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

Originally Published on July 10, 2009
Summertime connotes a fun time, a relaxing time – and time to read.  Here is a list of great books to fill your lazy days and give you much to enjoy and create.
Hocus Pocus:  A Tale of Magnificent Magicians, by Paul Kieve, is filled with magic tricks and tricks of [...]

Summertime is the greatest part of the year to take some time and be creative.  Here are some great activity books that you and your youngster can enjoy together.  Most of these books are great for ages 8 and older.
First, let’s begin with four activity books that you take in the car and while away [...]

Summer can be a time for great food, great picnics and great workouts.  Here are some outstanding cookbooks geared for kids, a book that promotes healthy families and picture books with a food theme.
My First Cookbook, by Paula Deen, is the perfect spiral bound book to introduce little hands to cooking.  Ms. Deen, along with [...]

Are you longing for new inspiration and guidance for your goals after school is out?  Here are more books to help you navigate your life and keep you headed in the right direction. All but the last three are picture books and are good for all ages.  The last three are great for ages 12 [...]