Heading to the library with kids can sometimes be overwhelming. Coming across a book that your child connects with can feel like finding a needle in a haystack. This can feel especially challenging if your trying to inspire a love of reading in a child who is struggling.
This quote from children's book author Frank Serafini inspired this week's Lifetime Love of Learning book list round-up.
Easy Reader Books That Are Actually Easy - What We Do All Day
Easy reader books are not all created equal. Instead of frustrating a kid learning to read, these books are actually easy and will boost reading confidence!
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Classic Children's Books for Every Season - KC Adventures
Sharing vintage books with kids is a great way to build their love of reading and also share fond memories of how parents and grandparents grew up.
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40 Tween & Middle Schoolers' All-Time Favorite Book List - House of Hendrix
A great collection of titles from a mom who asked a group of middle school kids, "What is your favorite book?"
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20 Children's Books Told Through Letters - KC Adventures
Nature is rich with free art supplies, from twigs, to rocks, to acorn shells! It is fun for kids to collect and create.
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14 Children's Books that Challenge Gender Stereotypes - What We Do All Day
Children's books that challenge gender stereotypes. Break down traditional ideas of what it means to be boys and girls with these picture books for kids.
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"The Sneetches" Anti-Racism Lessons and Discussions - Kid World Citizen
Use the classic Dr. Seuss book "The Sneetches" to talk with your kids about discrimination and friendship.
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The Best Books to Take on a Leaf Hunt - KC Adventures
Every now and then something catches my breath – and it’s usually something with an owl on it! So cool.
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How to Choose Early Chapter Books for Kids - What We Do All Day
Tips from a parent on finding and choosing age-appropriate early chapter books for kids who have moved beyond early readers.
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88 Books That Teach Important Lessons - No Time For Flashcards
Books are a great teaching aid for any age. They can open up children’s eyes to experiences they have never imagined.
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100+ Fall & Thanksgiving Books Recommended by Moms
Start reserving Thanksgiving books from the library now to ensure you get the best selection.
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9 Books About Celebrating Acts of Kindness With Kids - Coffee Cups & Crayons
Simple play ideas, learning activities, kids crafts and party ideas, plus acts of kindness for kids!
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10 Books That Inspire Kids To Write - Playful Learning
Use picture books as inspiration for writing activities! As children read they become so involved in the characters and the story that it creates a great entry point for introducing different types of writing.
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100+ Winter & Holiday Books Recommended by Moms
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10 Favorite Magical Story Books for Kids - Inner Child Fun
Short list of the ten of the most popular recommendations for children's books from parents.
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Top 10 Books to Help Kids Understand Hunger - Guest Post by Pragmatic Mom
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Best Book List for Kids - Kids Activity Blog
Grab a cup of hot chocolate and celebrate a cold winter day with one of the books from this picture book series.
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Looking for an ongoing resource? Lifetime Love of Learning is a collaborative board on Pinterest where parents, teachers, and bloggers come together to share unique kids books and projects.
Let's use this post as an opportunity to create our own "favorite children's book list." Leave some of your children's (or your) favorite kids' book titles in the comments below!
Keep on reading,
PS: Below are two videos inspired by my family's favorite picture books...
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The Brownie and Pearl Series by Cynthia Rylant - Feature below is Brownie and Pearl Step Out
Anything by Amy Krouse Rosenthal - Featured below is Little Pea
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