Tag: children’s books
* I was kindly sent a copy of this book by the author in exchange for my honest opinion* Do you remember watching the colorful, vibrant, and ever-interactive FernGully …
Today’s children face a number of different challenges that parents may not always be able to relate to. Many parents want their children to grow up to be responsible …
While New Zealand has always been a beautiful place, its increased popularity as a filming destination (particularly for The Lord of the Rings movies) has put it atop many folks’ …
Every year since 1966, we have looked forward to hearing Thurl Ravenscroft‘s deep baritone voice sing, “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch.” It almost wouldn’t feel like Christmas without …
“The flower shop man dreams of happiness for the flowers he sold.” The poems of Taisho era writer Misuzu Kaneko (née Teru, 1903-1930) have become the subject of a …
The Victorians brought us many great inventions- from the lightbulb to the bicycle- but one under-appreciated Victorian trend has to be the popularization of the sub-genre of children’s books, …
As anyone who has kids or works with kids will tell you, fairy tales are boring. How many versions of Cinderella have you seen/heard/read over the years? If you work …
*I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review* As if I couldn’t be more loud and proud about it with all my other holiday-related …
We love them for their dramatic flair and Hollywood style, but, unbeknownst to most of us, quite a few celebrities have also made a name for themselves in the literary …
I’ve worked in childcare for more than ten years, and as you can imagine, I’ve read my fair share of children’s books. This past year I even took a …
Goosebumps author R.L. Stine and Marc Brown, author and illustrator of the Arthur books, are collaborating on a new picture book titled Mary McScary. The two children’s book icons have been friends for many …
Amanda Spain
December 4, 2016
Book Lists, Book Lovers, Children, Classics, Faves, Human Interest, Middle Grade, Roald Dahl, Shel Silverstein, Young Adult
I will begin by stating that I’m not saying your child should never read the books listed below, but some may give your child a bad message or be …
Melanie Pitman
December 4, 2016
Book Lists, Book Lovers, Children, Classics, Family, Fantasy, Faves, History, Music, Performing Arts
My favorite event of the Christmas season is the local production of the Nutcracker ballet. The city’s finest dancers, the incredible orchestra, and even some intricate, giant puppets come …
Christmas is coming up faster than most of us can keep up. This massive global holiday is celebrated in many different ways around the world. We are all too familiar …
A person’s Christmas tree can show their personality and the little things that are important to them. For us book lovers, we can adorn our trees with ornaments about …
Colbert Nembhard is a librarian who has worked as a manager at the Morrisania Branch Library for the past 25 years. Nembhard walks from the library to the Crotona …
Those that grew up loving the whimsical, quirky, fantastical world of Dr. Seuss may be surprised to learn of his unknown hobby: taxidermy. Having grown up frequenting the Springfield …
Have you shopped for holiday decorations lately? So expensive! I want to participate in the festivities too, but I don’t want to use my entire holiday budget for once-a-year …
Potty training is probably one of the most arduous times in the life of your toddler. It’s fraught with setbacks, full of tears and messes, and just generally stressful…but …
Who doesn’t want to visit Canada? It’s known the world over for its beautiful scenery and utterly hospitable people. And, with the recent U.S. election results, it’s suddenly become …