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Do your kids enjoy crafting? My daughter and I love to make things, and thanks to our eco-superhero friends @oscar_and_adelie, we are also constantly trying to reuse whatever we can. So I was thrilled when we were sent a complimentary copy of this book from Quarto (@quartokids)! ♻️ This book is full of 100 easy to make crafts using recycled materials that you probably have around your home. From cardboard tubes to empty cereal boxes, there are lots of fun projects that you can make with your kids! The instructions are full of illustrated examples so your kids can follow along. ✂️ These crafts are a great way to use items that you have around your home, and also to teach kids about the importance of recycling and reusing. Plus the crafts are super cute! 📖 Head over to my Amazon Shop (affiliate link in bio) to learn more! #recycle #reducereuserecycle #savetheplanet #craftsforkids #craftingwithkids #crafts #familycrafts #readingwithkids #recycledcrafts #crafttime #kidsbooks #booksforkids #childrensbooks #kidlit #storytime #raisingreaders #raiseareader #readtoyourkids #readingtolearn #readingtogether #momblogger #preschoolmom #elementaryteacher #kindergartenmom #momtribe #teachingkids #booksforlittleones #kidsbookswelove — view on Instagram https://ift.tt/2Nu39Ki

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I love books that encourage us to imagine and look at the world a little differently. This beautiful book about sea glass does just that, with a fun summer vibe! (Thanks @candlewickpress for sending us a complimentary review copy). 🏖 "Sea Glass Summer" was written by Michelle Houts and illustrated by Bagram Ibatoulline. This story follows a young boy named Thomas who spends his summer days exploring the beach and searching for sea glass. He dreams of the possible places that the sea glass came from. 💭 This tale of wonder and imagination encourages the reader to think about the beauty of sea glass, as well as the wonderful ways that we are all connected. The illustrations are breathtaking, using vivid beach colors, and inspiring you to dream of your own visit to the beach. 🏝 Head over to the blog today to check out our full review of the book, as well as the fun activities we paired with it (including this easy and delicious sea glass candy!). 📖 #beachdays #seaglass #summerbooks #beachbooks #kidcrafts #kidactivities #summeractivities #kidsbooks #booksforkids #childrensbooks #kidlit #storytime #raisingreaders #raiseareader #readtoyourkids #readingtolearn #readingtogether #momblogger #preschoolmom #elementaryteacher #kindergartenmom #momtribe #teachingkids #booksforlittleones #kidsbookswelove — view on Instagram https://ift.tt/2X7RGjo

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Emotions are a difficult thing to explain to kids. So I am always happy to find books that introduce the topic to kids in a fun way. 📚 (Thanks @cleverbooks.us for sharing complimentary review copies of these adorable books with us!). This series of board books explore different emotions through simple stories and adorable illustrations of cute animal characters. Each book focuses on a different emotion and uses situations that kids can easily relate to. 📖 My daughter was able to relate the stories to moments in her own life when she felt the same way, which is a great way to start conversations about handling big emotions. 😀 Head over to my Amazon shop (affiliate link in bio) to learn more about these fun books! 📚 #emotions #emotionalday #bigemotions #teachingkids #teachingkidsaboutemotions #toddleremotions #tempertantrum #kidtantrum #avoidingtantrums #boardbooks #toddlerbooks #booksfortoddlers #booksforbabies #babybookworms #kidsbooks #booksforkids #childrensbooks #kidlit #storytime #raisingreaders #raiseareader #readtoyourkids #readingtolearn #readingtogether #momblogger #preschoolmom #teachingkids #booksforlittleones — view on Instagram https://ift.tt/2XbcQSs

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What would inspire a chicken to become a pirate? 🏴‍☠️ A love of books and a desire to see the world! 🌎 (Thanks @sourcebooks for the complimentary review copy!). In this funny story, a chicken named Lily loves to read and wants to see the world. So when a band of pirates invades her home, she decides that her chance has finally arrived. When she and the other chickens are taken aboard the ship, she takes matters into her own hands and becomes the captain. 🐓 This story is a hilarious tale about power, friendship, and being true to yourself. While Lily learns some important lessons, she also refuses to give up her love of reading, dreaming, and planning. The illustrations are full of funny chickens dressed in pirate gear and completing pirate tasks, which will have kids laughing out loud. 😂 This has been one of my daughter's favorite books to read lately, and she laughs from start to finish. Head over to my Amazon Shop (affiliate link in bio) to learn more! 📖 #pirates #funnybooks #funnykidsbooks #funnypicturebooks #piratebooks #kidsandpirates #piratebooksforkids #chickens #chickensandkids #funnychickens #kidsbooks #booksforkids #childrensbooks #kidlit #storytime #raisingreaders #raiseareader #readtoyourkids #readingtolearn #readingtogether #momblogger #preschoolmom #elementaryteacher #kindergartenmom #momtribe #teachingkids #booksforlittleones #kidsbookswelove — view on Instagram http://bit.ly/2J42FoU

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With the 4th of July around the corner, this is the perfect time to talk to kids about what it means to be American, and how they can make a difference as citizens. 🇺🇸 It is easy for kids to think that being an American is all about apple pie, baseball, fireworks, and other stereotypical symbols. But these three books are a great way to introduce the topics of citizenship, active participation and what it really means to be an American. 📚 These inspirational books provide quotes from the past, ideas for the future, and hope for the country that we can be. 📖 Head over to the blog to learn more about these books just in time for the 4th! 🇺🇸 #booksaboutamerica #citizen #americancitizen #civicduty #howtomakeadifference #makingadifference #theamericandream #whatitmeanstobeamerican #kidsbooks #booksforkids #childrensbooks #kidlit #storytime #raisingreaders #raiseareader #readtoyourkids #readingtolearn #readingtogether #momblogger #preschoolmom #elementaryteacher #kindergartenmom #momtribe #teachingkids #booksforlittleones #kidsbookswelove — view on Instagram http://bit.ly/2J3XyoG

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Its never too early to start teaching kids about the classics! 📚 So many of our favorite stories were inspired by the stories that came before them, so it is so important for us to learn about the classics. 📖 Today on the blog, I’m sharing a list of fun children’s books all about classic literature. From pop up books to anthologies and retellings, there is something for all ages! 😃 (The Pop Up Shakespeare may actually be one of MY favorite books I’ve read this year!) 😍 Head over to the blog to check them out! #shakespeare #classics #teachingtheclassics #learningtheclassics #classicliterature #literatureforkids #kidsbooks #booksforkids #childrensbooks #kidlit #storytime #raisingreaders #raiseareader #readtoyourkids #readingtolearn #readingtogether #momblogger #preschoolmom #elementaryteacher #kindergartenmom #momtribe #teachingkids #booksforlittleones #kidsbookswelove — view on Instagram http://bit.ly/2MVj1p0

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I love fun alphabet books, so I was thrilled when we were given the opportunity to check out T is for Tiger by Laura Watkins (@watkinsillustrations). (ad) 📖 This adorable book pairs letters of the alphabet with various animals around the world. The easy to read text includes interesting facts about some of the animals, while the adorable illustrations show lots of sweet parent and child animal pairs in their natural habitats. Toddlers and kids of all ages will love exploring the illustrations and finding all of the animals named in the text. 🦒 🐅 My daughter loves anything to do with animals right now, so we really enjoyed this one. I love that it also helps her to review the ABC's while engaging her with cute illustrations of animals that she is interested in. 💕 Head over to the link in my bio to pre-order this cute book today! 📖 #toddlerbook #toddlerabcs #alphabetbook #animalbooks #toddlerlearning #worldanimals #kidsbooks #booksforkids #childrensbooks #kidlit #storytime #raisingreaders #raiseareader #readtoyourkids #readingtolearn #readingtogether #momblogger #preschoolmom #elementaryteacher #kindergartenmom #momtribe #teachingkids #booksforlittleones #kidsbookswelove — view on Instagram http://bit.ly/2WSyCp8

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The universe can be a difficult concept to comprehend, especially for kids! (And for adults as well!). 🌎 To introduce kids to the idea of the universe and our place in it, I have gathered a list of children's book that dive into the topic. From lyrical books about our place in the world to silly poems and factual texts, there is a little something for everyone on this list! 📚 Head over to the blog (link in bio) to check out these books, and the others on the list! #space #theuniverse #understandingtheuniverse #universe #learningaboutspace #learningabouttheuniverse #spacebooks #booksabouttheuniverse #STEM #STEMbooks #STEMlearning #kidsbooks #booksforkids #childrensbooks #kidlit #storytime #raisingreaders #raiseareader #readtoyourkids #readingtolearn #readingtogether #momblogger #preschoolmom #elementaryteacher #kindergartenmom #momtribe #teachingkids #booksforlittleones #kidsbookswelove — view on Instagram http://bit.ly/2MS2nqq

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Did you know that you blink 15,000 times a day? The human body is an amazing thing, and this inspiring book from @HarperKid teaches us some truly interesting facts about it! 📖 "Power Up" was written by Seth Fishman and illustrated by Isabel Greenberg. This guide to the human body's capabilities uses impressive facts and engaging photos to teach the reader about the powers they possess, and to inspire them to use those powers to keep learning and growing. 🧠 I love that this book not only taught us some interesting tidbits, but uses relatable examples to help kids see how taking care of their body can help them to learn and to make a difference in the world. 🌎 Head over to my Amazon shop (Affiliate link in bio) to learn more about this amazing book! #summertimetoread #STEM #sciencebooks #science #sciencelessons #bookstolearnfrom #interestingfacts #summerreading #kidsbooks #booksforkids #childrensbooks #kidlit #storytime #raisingreaders #raiseareader #readtoyourkids #readingtolearn #readingtogether #momblogger #preschoolmom #elementaryteacher #kindergartenmom #momtribe #teachingkids #booksforlittleones #kidsbookswelove — view on Instagram http://bit.ly/2IGgObS

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I love finding books that teach kids to look at the world in a new way. So I was thrilled when we were given the chance to check out this beautiful book! (Thanks to @candlewickpress for the complimentary review copy!) 📖 Mr. Posey's New Glasses was written by former poet laureate Ted Kooser, and illustrated by Daniel Duncan. In this beautiful book, an elderly man named Mr. Posey decides that he needs a new pair of glasses to brighten his world. His young neighbor Andy goes with him to the Thrift Shop, and together they try on lots of different sets of glasses. Each pair brings new discoveries and a different view of the world. 🌎 The story is a great reminder to look at the world differently and appreciate what you have. It also shows a wonderful inter-generational friendship, which may inspire young ones to help out their elderly neighbors. The illustrations are vibrant and engaging, and kids will especially love the scenes that show what Mr. Posey sees through his new glasses! 👓 Head over to my Amazon shop (affiliate link in bio) to learn more about this book! #friendshipbooks #booksaboutfriends #makingfriends #kidsbooks #booksforkids #childrensbooks #kidlit #storytime #raisingreaders #raiseareader #readtoyourkids #readingtolearn #readingtogether #momblogger #preschoolmom #elementaryteacher #kindergartenmom #momtribe #teachingkids #booksforlittleones #kidsbookswelove — view on Instagram http://bit.ly/2WzJhom

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Father’s Day is right around the corner, so it’s time to honor the father figures in our lives! ❤️ I loved reading with my dad as a kid, and I love watching him read with my daughter now! So I decided to gather a list of fun children’s books about fathers and grandfathers, just in time for the holiday weekend! 📚 Head over to the blog to check out my reviews of these stories. What are your favorite books about dads or grandpas? 📖 #fathersday #fathersdaygifts #fathersdaybooks #booksaboutdads #booksfordad #bookishgifts #familyreadaloud #readingwithgrandpa #kidsbooks #booksforkids #childrensbooks #kidlit #storytime #raisingreaders #raiseareader #readtoyourkids #readingtolearn #readingtogether #momblogger #preschoolmom #elementaryteacher #kindergartenmom #momtribe #teachingkids #booksforlittleones #kidsbookswelove — view on Instagram http://bit.ly/2F28WQI

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Are you getting your summer reading list ready? ☀️ Today on the blog, my guest poster Jessica is sharing 5 of her favorite memoirs that prove that reality is sometimes stranger than fiction. Some of these books are hilarious (I highly recommend anything by @thebloggess) and some are sad, but all of them reflect the interesting lives of their authors, with important messages and nuggets of advice spread throughout. Head over to the blog today to check them out! 📖 What are your favorite memoirs? #toberead #memoirs #beachreads #summerreading #booksirecommend #whatshouldireadnext #strangerthanfiction #bookstoread #booksilove #bookrecommendation #storytime #raiseareader #readingtolearn #momblogger #momtribe #tobereadpile #nextbooktoread — view on Instagram http://bit.ly/2QSejGR

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What happens when you get an idea? 💡 This new book from Herve Tullet (the author of 'Press Here' and 'Mix It Up'), uses brightly colored fonts and simple illustrations to explore the process of getting an idea and following it through. (Thank you @chroniclebooks For sending us a copy to check out!) 📖 From little ones just exploring their creativity, to graduates in need of a positive boost, this book is a beautiful tribute to the creative process that can be enjoyed by all ages. 💕 Head over to my Amazon Shop (affiliate link in bio) to learn more about this fun book! #graduation #graduationgifts #ideas #creativeprocess #creativity #kidsbooks #booksforkids #childrensbooks #kidlit #storytime #raisingreaders #raiseareader #readtoyourkids #readingtolearn #readingtogether #momblogger #preschoolmom #elementaryteacher #kindergartenmom #momtribe #teachingkids #booksforlittleones #kidsbookswelove — view on Instagram http://bit.ly/2XqZhKX

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Are you ready for days by the pool? 🏊‍♂️ (ad) Today on the blog, we had the opportunity to take part in the blog tour for the book Rosie the Dragon and Charlie Make Waves" from @amazonpublishing. It has already become my daughter’s favorite story for summer! Written by Laura Kerstein (@laurenkerstein) and illustrated by Nate Wragg, this fun story follows a young boy named Charlie as he takes his pet dragon Rosie to the pool for the day. As you would expect, taking a dragon to the pool can be a little chaotic. 🐉 Kids will love following along with the silly antics of Rosie and Charlie, especially when Rosie sneaks into the stash of gummy skunks! Parents will appreciate the subtle lessons about pool safety and sun safety that the story teaches as well. ☀️ Head over to the blog to read more about this fun book, and check out how we brought it to life with bubble snakes, a bubble experiment and a sunscreen sensory activity! #summerreading #summerbooks #readingbythepool #poolsafety #summersafety #summerbooksforkids #poolbooks #kidsbooks #booksforkids #childrensbooks #kidlit #storytime #raisingreaders #raiseareader #readtoyourkids #readingtolearn #readingtogether #momblogger #preschoolmom #elementaryteacher #kindergartenmom #momtribe #teachingkids #booksforlittleones #kidsbookswelove — view on Instagram http://bit.ly/30WBvZm

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Do your kids enjoy watching birds? 🐦 We love checking out all the different birds that fly through our yard, so we were thrilled when @candlewickpress sent us a copy of this beautiful book to review! 📖 “Birds” was written by Carme Lemniscates. The lyrical text pays tribute to the many different kinds of bird, while also recognizing their majestic nature that encourages us to dream and imagine. Who hasn’t dreamt of soaring high like a bird? 🦅 Our neighbor puts out bird feeders along our shared fence, and thanks to her, we get to spend a good portion of the summer watching birds swoop in and eat from it. So this book really struck a chord with us. Head over to my Amazon shop (affiliate link in bio) to learn more! #birds #birdwatching #birdbooks #birdsandkids #summerbooks #summerreading #summerSTEM #kidsbooks #booksforkids #childrensbooks #kidlit #storytime #raisingreaders #raiseareader #readtoyourkids #readingtolearn #readingtogether #momblogger #preschoolmom #elementaryteacher #kindergartenmom #momtribe #teachingkids #booksforlittleones #kidsbookswelove — view on Instagram http://bit.ly/2JKJ000

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Whether you’re heading to the beach or staying home this summer, get your summer reading off to a good start with these books! Head over to the blog to check out the latest post from my guest poster Jessica, and find your next summer read! What are you looking forward to reading this summer? #summerreading #booksilove #bookstoread #bookrecommendation #beachreads #readingatthebeach #summerreadinglist #readinglist #toberead #booklist #beachbooks #vacationreading #momtime #selfcare #momtribe — view on Instagram http://bit.ly/2ECQNsx

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Thank you to all those who served or are still serving! 🇺🇸 Memorial Day is the perfect day to talk to kids about what it means to be American, and to recognize the sacrifice that so many have made to ensure that we have the freedoms that we do. This book from @sourcebooks is a great way to start the conversation with little ones. 📖 "What Does it Mean to Be American?" was written by Rana DiOrio and Elad Yoran and illustrated by Nina Mata. This beautiful book explores what it means to be American, and what it does not. The text explores everything from honoring those who serve and protect to helping those in need. The illustrations are full of friendly and diverse characters of different races, ages, and backgrounds. 🇺🇸 Head over to my Amazon shop (affiliate link in bio) to learn more! #memorialday #booksformemorialday #america #usa #patrioticbooks #memorialdaywithkids #kidsbooks #booksforkids #childrensbooks #kidlit #storytime #raisingreaders #raiseareader #readtoyourkids #readingtolearn #readingtogether #momblogger #preschoolmom #elementaryteacher #kindergartenmom #momtribe #teachingkids #booksforlittleones #kidsbookswelove — view on Instagram http://bit.ly/2HXcAfw