The Book God Makes for You Before You Are Born
This sweet book by Dr. Christie Rodgers is a love letter to children. The message is one of hope, faith, love, purpose, and destiny. A book of affirmations for young children as the author tells the...
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Did you take pictures over the past weekend as our country celebrated its 250th birthday? Did you celebrate with family and friends? What activities were the most memorable? If you wrote them down and...
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The Read-Aloud Family
Where was this book when my children were little? Probably still growing in Sarah Mackenzie’s heart and mind as she was read to. I stumbled across this book in a return pile from a client of mine. The...
View ArticleSweet Truths: What Strawberries Can Teach Through Christian Children’s Books
Have you gone strawberry picking this season? It is a favorite thing to do as we head into warmer weather. Those berries with their bright red color and sweetness seem to signal joy and abundance—it’s...
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Granite
Have you ever been called the “runt of the litter”? Were you smaller than your siblings, or were you the last one to be picked when playing games? Have others made you feel like you just weren’t good...
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The Trees
This time of year, we become almost obsessed with evergreen trees. But why? They’re all around us all the time. Trees are one of the many plants that keep us alive. They consume CO2 and give off O2....
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Adding Fun to the Learning
That the generation to come might know them, even the children which should be born; who should arise and declare them to their children: That they might set their hope in God, and not forget the...
View ArticleMostly What God Does Is Love You
I am always on the lookout for feel good books with a great message and beautiful illustrations. So, I was happy to discover a book released in 2025 that checked the boxes on my “must have” list. It’s...
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South Carolina – Pivotal in the Revolutionary War
This year marks the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. South Carolina was pivotal to the winning of the war for independence. Each battle was another step in the direction of victory. Every...
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In The Garden with Van Gogh
How often do we take our little ones with us to visit museums or other cultural sites that end up in semi-disasters because our children are to young or too small to appreciate the “sophistication”?...
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Always Remember
Today is Memorial Day. A day to remember those who have given their lives in service to our country. They took an oath to protect our country, our freedom, and to protect us. Each one is a hero, and...
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Blue Willow
Have you ever wondered how you would make it through life if you lost everything except your family and a special treasure? Blue Willow, written by Doris Gates, is a historical fiction Newbery Honor...
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Timeless Classics for Your Child’s Summer Reading Plan
Now! Now! Now! Hurry! Hurry! Hurry! I want it YESTERDAY! With today’s frenzied focus and digital distractions, it’s easy to overlook the value of reading slower-paced classic literature. However, many...
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Half-Truths
Did you or your grandparents grow up in the Civil Rights era of the 1950s? Carol Baldwin has written a historical fiction set in Charlotte, NC. Set in the 1950s, the story is very relatable to me...
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Winter Poetry
When I taught preschool, we memorized a winter snowman poem. I made a little snowman Who had a carrot nose. Along came a bunny And what do you suppose? It went on to tell how the bunny ate the...
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I Love You Like A Donut
I am excited to tell you about my new favorite picture book—I Love You Like a Donut! But rather than having me explain it, I had the joy of interviewing the author—my friend, Theresa Borst. How did...
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Baby and Toddler Literacy
There are so many books out there for babies and toddlers! Some are just pictures, some have words, and others are interactive. So, how can we use them with our babies and toddlers? I watched several...
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Appealing Reads
Have you ever picked up a book and immediately you were drawn in but you just can’t put your finger on what makes it so appealing? Two of my favorite picture books are Owl Moon by Jane Yolen and...
View ArticleHow to use your imagination like Harold and the Purple Crayon
Last month, I took my grandkids to the new movie about Harold and the Purple Crayon. I was excited because I loved this book as a child. Before we went, I read them the book. Surprisingly, they said...
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Poetry for Kids ~ Robert Frost
Ahh – the imagery of “Mending Wall,” “Birches,” “The Road Not Taken,” “Fire and Ice,” and “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening.” The words Robert Frost used to create pictures and emotions, make him...
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