How do we foster a love of reading in our children? Dorie Reisman, founder of DylPop’s Book Shop, says incorporating books into your child’s bedtime routine is a good start, but it’s not the only way.
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Beverly Cleary: A Beloved Author Remembered
Readers around the world are remembering beloved children’s book author Beverly Cleary, who died on March 25 at the age of 104. Cleary is best known for her books about the spunky Ramona Quimby, and her many other characters who were relatable to children. Her book Dear Mr. Henshaw, which tells a child’s perspective of divorce, won the Newbery Medal—the top prize in children’s literature—in 1984. Cleary also wrote two memoirs—A Girl from Yamhill and My Own Two Feet.
9 Kids’ Books about Significant People and Moments in Black History
These books will help your children learn about important places, people, and events in black history.
Kids’ Books, Podcasts, and Other Resources about Diversity, Race, and Inclusion
We stand in solidarity with the Black community, and education is a great way to ensure a better tomorrow. Here are some resources to start the conversation on diversity and inclusion with your child today.
Dr. Gramma Karen’s New Book
As many of you may know, my mom writes an awesome and super valuable column for Mommybites called, Ask Dr. Gramma Karen. In it she tackles all sorts of important questions related to parent-grandparent relationships, which are submitted by Mommybites readers. One of the reasons she has been so hugely popular within not only our […]
Tween Book Recommendations
One of my favorite ways to bond with my now tween-age son is through books. That’s right. I get most of my book recommendations these days from a 12-year-old boy. So far, we’ve read The Hunger Games series, the Divergent series and we both just started The Maze Runner. And I am not embarrassed to […]
Best Picture Books of 2013
Best Picture Books of 2013 Here’s they are! At the end of each year, culling from reviews and other best-of lists, I compile a list of favorite picture books. I conduct an annual debate with some Boston friends, where we read the books and decide which ought to win the Caldecott medal for illustration. It’s […]
Dr. Gerard Costa Teaches How to Use Books to Enhance Development
In this video, psychologist Dr. Gerard Costa shares ways to use books to enhance infants and children’s overall development. He discuses the research on how infants respond to the human face and voice and how even young babies can tell if parents are emotionally present around them. Join Dr. Costa in this segment to learn […]