Picture Books about Birthdays

Birthdays are a big deal! I mean, it’s the one day of the year that’s all about you. One way to celebrate this special occasion is with books. Check out these picture books about birthdays that capture the excitement of this memorable day that comes once a year.
10 Back-to-School Books and Activities

Ready or not, back-to-school season is here! As you prepare your lessons, it’s important to make time to set clear expectations, build relationships, and establish a sense of community. Picture books are a great tool for helping to create a warm and caring atmosphere to last the whole year. When you pair a book with a memorable craft or activity, you can bring the stories and messages to life. Today I’m sharing my favorite back-to-school books and activities.
Recess Books for Kids

I think we have all seen the benefits recess has for kids. However, the playground can also be a source of conflict. Books can help! Here are some of my favorite recess books for kids. These include stories about handling bullies, finding a friend, following the rules, cold weather, and learning to get along.I think we have all seen the benefits recess has for kids. However, the playground can also be a source of conflict. Books can help! Here are some of my favorite recess books for kids. These include stories about handling bullies, finding a friend, following the rules, cold weather, and learning to get along.
Children’s Books about Gardens

Now that it’s spring and temperatures are warming up, many people are starting to dig into their gardens. Whether you’re excited about planting flowers or food, books are a great way to extend that excitement once you get back inside. Here are several children’s books about gardens that I think your kids will love!
Books to Share During Testing Season

Like it or not, testing season continues to happen year after year. You might not be able to keep it from happening, but you can help alleviate student fear and anxiety by sharing picture books. Here are several books to share during testing season.
Women’s History Month Books for Kids

March is Women’s History Month. One way to share about their amazing accomplishments is with children’s books. Here are some books about women making their mark on history that will inspire the next generation.
Children’s Books for Dental Health Month

Did you know that February is Dental Health month? Books are a great tool for helping children learn about taking care of their teeth, visiting the dentist, and the tooth fairy. I want to share some children’s books for Dental Heath Month to help set the foundation for a great month.
10 Yeti Books for Kids

Are your kids fascinated by yetis? While they might not come across these mythical creatures in the real world, that doesn’t mean they can’t enjoy entertaining stories about them. Here are some yeti books for kids that I think you’ll enjoy!
Different Versions of The Three Little Pigs

Many students are familiar with the story of The Three Little Pigs, but they might not know different versions of this story that provide an unexpected twist. Here are some of my favorite versions of The Three Little Pigs. Not only can these books be read for fun, but they are also great for comparing and contrasting two or more texts.
Different Versions of Goldilocks and the Three Bears

Your students are probably familiar with the story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears. But, have they heard other versions of this tale that provide a twist on the story? Here are some of my favorite versions of Goldilocks and the Three Bears. You can read these books for fun, but they are also a great tool to use when students compare and contrast two or more texts.
Pumpkin Books for Kids

Fall is right around the corner, which means there will be pumpkins just about everywhere. Whether you want to share books about the pumpkin life cycle, memorable pumpkin characters, or just want to embrace this season, here are some of my favorite pumpkin books for kids.
Books That Help Teach Classroom Rules and Expectations

The first few weeks of school are so important for teaching classroom rules and expectations because it helps set the tone for the rest of the year. Teachers need to model the desired behaviors and let students practice them correctly over and over again until they become second nature. You can help make this process a little more enjoyable by sharing quality books that help teach classroom rules and expectations. Sometimes books have a way of getting through when your words can’t.