by Melissa Droegemueller | May 16, 2023 | Great Books
For the first few years of our daughters’ lives, we didn’t live anywhere close to the beach. We made the occasional two-hour trip to Corpus Christi from San Antonio, but it certainly didn’t happen frequently. During most of their early childhood, the...
by Melissa Droegemueller | May 4, 2023 | Great Books, Literacy & Language
Tired of reading the same children’s books? Our list of 25 recommended read-aloud authors will help you on your next trip to the library! Welcome to our Read-Aloud series! Read-Aloud Resources + Tip Sheet 25 “Must-Have” Read-Aloud Authors (you’re here!) 10 Ways...
by Melissa Droegemueller | Apr 20, 2023 | Great Books
Spring has sprung, and we are excited to learn more about the bugs in our yard! There are so many fascinating facts about insects, and reading more about them can make learning fun. Our library has lots of great bug books for kids, and here are some of our favorites....
by Melissa Droegemueller | Apr 4, 2023 | Great Books
Over the last week, we have seen practically every kind of weather: snow, ice, rain, thunderstorms, and even fog! The girls and I have enjoyed exploring the changes happening outside as the snow thaws and reveals a huge, muddy mess waiting in our yard. To deal with...
by Melissa Droegemueller | Mar 7, 2023 | Great Books
Young children love learning about rainbows, and books are always a fun way to discover more about a topic. Whether you purchase a new book or two or borrow them them from the library, these rainbow books for kids are sure to capture your child’s interest!...
by Melissa Droegemueller | Jan 28, 2023 | Great Books
Valentine’s Day is almost here, and I am searching for gift ideas for my kids. Ever since they were babies, we have given them a new book for the holiday — some years they get a love-specific story, and other years they get a new paperback that...