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September 15, 2025 · Debbie Updegraff
Great Read Alouds: Exploring Rocks
Dig into some of our favorite picture books for rock collectors!
September 4, 2025 · Marlana Hodgkinson
Kid Tested Librarian Recommended: Family favorite chapter books
Reading aloud together is a fantastic way to slow down, relax & reconnect. For young readers hearing stories read aloud is an opportunity to learn new vocabulary & ideas. With chapter books you can read a chapter each night.
August 5, 2025 · Jacee Gleason
Kid Tested, Librarian Recommended: Rock your school year
A new school year can be exciting and scary. Jump into heartwarming funny stories to help kids feel brave, understood and ready to tackle the year one fun page at a time!
August 1, 2025 · Sherry Hess
Early Childhood Tip: Learning to assess & manage risk
Find tips for safely encouraging kids to test their limits (can I climb the tree?), explore boundaries (can I jump to the next rock?) and face uncertainty (how fast can I pedal my bike?).
July 17, 2025 · Luanne Webb
Great Read Alouds: Get ready for kindergarten!
Find tips to help young kids get ready to start school and fun books to read together to practice kindergarten skills.
July 8, 2025 · Arion Beals
Kid Tested, Librarian Recommended: Fun early chapter books
June 26, 2025 · Sherry Hess
Early Childhood Tip: Modeling mindfulness
Mindfulness can help alleviate stress for both you and your kids. Being a mindful parent means letting go of the idea that things and/or you need to be perfect.
June 19, 2025 · Debbie Reiff
Great Read Alouds: Sibling stories
Discover lovely new picture books that celebrate positive sibling dynamics with a good story.
June 15, 2025 · Rachael Schmidtlein
Kid Tested, Librarian Recommended: SciFi
Jump into adventures with fantastic books where kids lead the journeys in amazing science fiction worlds.
May 30, 2025 · Sherry Hess
Tips to increase your child's vocabulary
Children are excited to learn new words and Sherry helps you work them into your routine.
May 28, 2025 · Rain Schultz-Pruner
Great Read Alouds: Summer fun & sunshine
Get ready to read in the sunshine with these wonderful picture books all about summer!
May 19, 2025 · Ginger Park
Kid Tested, Librarian Recommended: Mysterious reads
Uncover entertaining and suspenseful mysteries about kids who intentionally or accidentally become detectives.
April 29, 2025 · Sherry Hess
Great Read Alouds: Let's Go Outside!
Playing outside gives kids unique experiences and learning opportunities encouraging them to think and create while having fun. Check out engaging books about playing outside to read together.
April 23, 2025 · Sherry Hess
Early Childhood Tip: Learning to follow directions
Following directions is important for kids' success in the classroom, at home and in most social situations. Find tips for teaching your child to follow directions.
April 21, 2025 · Emily Bays
Kid Tested, Librarian Recommended: Animals tell their stories
Explore tales told from animals’ perspectives. You’ll find out some new animal facts and you can imagine what life would be like if you were furry, scaly or a lot smaller.
March 21, 2025 · Sherry Hess
Early learning tip: Play is skill building
There is so much more to a child playing than fun. Young children learn essential social, emotional & cognitive skills while they play.
March 21, 2025 · Debbie Updegraff
Great Read Alouds: Life is full of changes
Discover colorful and entertaining books to help kids through the changes they encounter.
February 25, 2025 · Marlana Hodgkinson
Kid Tested Librarian Recommended: Graphic novel mash-ups
Delve into middle grade graphic novels that blend two captivating genres – fantasy meets mystery, magical realism intertwines with historical fiction, and fantasy collides with realistic fiction.
February 11, 2025 · Jacee Gleason
Great Read Alouds: Spread the love
Smile with heartwarming stories that inspire young readers to share love, care for others and build lasting friendships. Perfect for spreading joy and empathy!
January 16, 2025 · Arion Beals
Kid Tested, Librarian Recommended: Characters we love
Uncover chapter books with beloved characters who transition from the shared world of picture books and early readers to the more independent realm.
January 10, 2025 · Luanne Webb
Great Read Alouds: Talking to kids about homelessness & food insecurity
Explore kids books about homelessness, food insecurity and helping people. These books can help you start a conversation with your child about these tough issues.
December 19, 2024 · Emily Bays
Kid Tested, Librarian Approved: Christmas Together
Emily recommends chapter books, with main characters who find out that what you do on Christmas is less important than who you spend it with. Check out these heartwarming adventures.
November 26, 2024 · Debbie Reiff
Great Read Alouds: Everyday Thankfulness
Discover picture books that will help instill an attitude of gratitude in your child.
November 12, 2024 · Sherry Hess
Winning strategies for your picky eater
Caring for a young child often feels like a never-ending food adventure. This journey can become frustrating & confusing if your child refuses to eat or only wants cheese. We've got tips to help.
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