Such A Little Mouse by Alice Schertle and Stephanie Yue. A favorite picture book about the seasons! This sweet little mouse comes out of his house to show what each season is like for him. He has easy little adventures and meets up with different animals based on the season. He also gets to collect... 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 →
Bedtime Books For Toddlers and Up
Bedtime Books and More Need some new books to help lull your kiddos into dreamland? My first post on Vermont Mom is ready to share some fantastic bedtime books for toddlers and up! In addition to some new bedtime books, if you are looking for an easy DIY quiet activity for toddlers to get them... Continue Reading →