The Polar Express has always been one of my favorite Christmas books. The magical storytelling and imaginative art combine for a classic that you and your kids will read year after year.
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‘Tis better to give than to receive. Even though the economy is in a tizzy, Christmas is still an opportunity to teach your children about the magic of being selfless. One Christmas, during a year of general economic difficulty, my parents took us to purchase several shopping carts full of toys. We dressed up like elves and delivered the gifts to random children in a needy neighborhood near my father’s office. I’ll never forget how that made me feel.
For your older kids, The Gift of the Magi is a timeless, …
Happy Thanksgiving! This is a fun book and very cute, simple treat to make with the kids this holiday!
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Title: Thanksgiving Rules
Author: Laurie Friedman
Illustrator: Teresa Murfin
Recommended Age: 4-8 years old
Book Brief: I officially command you to eat everything you see! Percy knows just what to do to get the most out of this very delicious holiday. And so will you if you follow his 10 simple rules. From, “the early bird gets the turkey” to “life is sweeter when you eat sweets” his rules will help you eat your …
Every day my daughter comes home with a new fun fact about spiders, insects, bats, bears, lions . . . the list goes on and on. Kids are fascinated by animals and for good reason! What Do You Do With a Tail Like This? is a beautiful and engaging book that will have your young kids turning pages and studying pictures on their own. It explores amazing animals and has lots of great information. Out of Africa Wildlife Park connects kids with animals in their natural habitat. Combine these two for …
There’s room for a little spooky and a little creepy on Halloween night, especially for the older kids. The Spider and the Fly is certainly a little creepy, but it’s a great Halloween book with amazing illustrations! Howl-O-Ween at the Zoo will also be good for a little scare. Intended for kids 8 years old or older.
Humbug Witch is a classic Halloween book that captures a child’s imagination. So can family costumes!!! We love getting dressed for Halloween! I firmly believe that group costumes are the best.
It’s October . . . and our family loves Halloween! We aren’t fond of haunted houses, creepy skeletons, and dark objects lurking in the corner – no way! We love to decorate, dress up, and make everything fun and whimsical . . . spooky but kooky!
Our mission is to combine reading and family fun! The perfect combination of books, fun, and reward in October is nearly here! The AZ State Fair is offering a fantastic promotion to encourage literacy in our youth. Kids, read 3 age-appropriate books before you go, and turn in a form at the Fair to receive 3 free rides!
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