Tag: books
The Book Lover’s Guide to Books & Reading in 2023
If you have followed us for any amount of time (especially over on Instagram stories), you know that I am a huge, huge book...
Easing First Day Jitters: 5 Back to School Book Recommendations
It’s that time of year! Back to school is here.
Parents and kids alike have feelings about the return to school. Even with those...
Lit Gifts: Kids Books Great for Holiday Giving Ages 8-12
'Tis the season when parents and everyone else with beloved children in their lives are casting about for holiday gift ideas that will be...
Six Favorite Books About Motherhood
Over my last few years of reading, I’ve come across a lot of great, conversation-sparking books about the experience of motherhood that I’ve recommended...
“The World Needs More Purple People” – A Book Review
As a mother and teacher, I am constantly trying to keep up on the latest books in publication. I love discovering books that tell...
I Pay My Kids to Read
This is not click-bait, I really do pay my kids to read.
For a long time, before bed, we had a great routine. Brush teeth,...
Need New Books While the Iowa City Library is Closed? Try...
When I'm searching for something new to read, whether for myself or my kids, I like to browse the stacks at the library. Specifically,...
15 Picture Books for Celebrating Latinx Heritage Month
September 15 - October 15 is Latinx Heritage Month, also known as National Hispanic Heritage Month, a period to formally recognize the contributions and...
Un-put-down-able Books To Read During Quarantine (That You Haven’t Already Heard...
With so many events and plans canceled, even those of us continuing to work outside the home likely have extra time on our hands....
A Guide to Children’s Books About Racism
It starts at home. As parents, we've all seen this phrase and know it to be true. We know the earlier and more often...