The Best Books about Creative Women. Women’s History Month isn’t complete without celebrating the major contributions of women to the arts, including dance, music, fashion, and architecture. The world would not be as beautiful a place without the work of these women! If you’ve already read the best picture books about inspiring women, here are... Continue Reading →
The Best Picture Books About Inspiring Women
Want to read the best picture books about Inspiring Women? Women's History Month is a good time to start putting a spotlight on courageous, creative, determined, and inspiring women that make our world a better place! There are so many special ways we can celebrate all of the enormous contributions of brilliant women, and reading... Continue Reading →
Picture Books About Emotions and Inclusion
How can we teach young children about inclusion? Modeling inclusive and welcoming behavior is always a good start, but picture books about inclusivity can really help give a visual perspective on how there is room for everyone. Especially books like The Big Umbrella by Amy June Bates and her young daughter, Juniper Bates. Have you... Continue Reading →
Picture Books by Black Authors and Illustrators
My Favorite Picture Books by Black Authors and Illustrators Reading books that center BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) characters is important, especially for white families. Children need to see people of all colors, races, religions, backgrounds, and orientations in their life and their reading materials! It helps to build flexible thinking and a... Continue Reading →
I Am Me: Picture Books That Build Self-Esteem
Building confidence and self-esteem during preschool and kindergarten doesn't happen overnight, it's something some children need to keep talking about every day. The adults in kids lives can help them by encouraging them to make their own choices around clothing and activities, say positive affirmations or mantras about themselves, and by reading books together! Some... Continue Reading →