Dear Reader,

This Blog is designed for the parents, grandparents and caregivers of young children.  Each post will highlight a great book that all children should hear, with tips to enrich beginning reading skills.  You will also find fun recipes that go along with each story.  Enjoy reading and cooking with the children in your life.

*Read to the children in your life every day.  You are giving them a gift that will last a lifetime!

When You Dream Big!           By:  Peter H. Reynolds

In our story, Charlie’s teacher asked the class what their dream for the future would be.  All of the class knew what they wanted, but Charlie did not.  Some students wanted to be actors, astronauts, engineers, etc. Charlie gave it a lot of thought and came back the next day with her thoughts.  She didn’t know what she wanted to be, but she did know the kind of person she wanted to be.  This is a wonderful and thoughtful book!

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Dear Reader,

This Blog is designed for the parents, grandparents and caregivers of young children.  Each post will highlight a great book that all children should hear, with tips to enrich beginning reading skills.  You will also fine fun recipes that go along with each story.  Enjoy reading and cooking with the children in your life.

*Read to the children in your life every day.  You are giving them a gift that will last a lifetime!

It’s Spring!           By:  Renee Kurilla

Ages:  Pre-school through First Grade

Renee Kurilla has written amazing books about the seasons and this one is exceptional.  This story, which is in rhyming verse, describes every activity and event that occurs in the springtime!  It opens up good conversation to have as children listen to this story.  This is a must read for this time of year.

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Dear Reader,

This Blog is designed for the parents, grandparents and caregivers of young children.  Each post will highlight a great book that all children should hear, with tips to enrich beginning reading skills. You will also find fun recipes that go along with each story.  Enjoy reading and cooking with the children in your life.

*Read to the children in your life every day.  You are giving them a gift that will last a lifetime!

The Trouble with Giraffes           By:  Lisa Mantchev            Illustrated by:  Taeeun You

Ages:  Pre-school through First grade

When you have a giraffe for a pet and best friend, things can get a little difficult.  This wonderful book goes through the trials of friendship.  This story is a lesson on true friendship, not just for children, but for everyone who reads it.  It is a must read!

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Dear Reader,

This Blog is designed for the parents, grandparents and caregivers of young children.  Each post will highlight a great book that all children should hear, with tips to enrich beginning reading skills.  You will  also find fun recipes that go along with each story.  Enjoy reading and cooking with the children in your life.

*Read to the children in your life every day.  You are giving them a gift that will last a lifetime!

Everything’s Wrong!            By:  Jory John            Illustrated by:  Erin Kraan

Ages:  Pre-school through First Grade

Have you ever had a day when nothing seems to go right?  That is the theme of this fun story.  It became so bad, that it was almost funny.  The lesson to learn is that even on a bad day, good and fun things can happen with the support of good friends.

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Dear Reader,

This Blog is designed for the parents, grandparents and caregivers of young children.  Each post will highlight a great book that all children should hear, with tips to enrich beginning reading skills.  You will also find fun recipes that go along with each story.  Enjoy reading and cooking with the children in your life.

*Read to the children in your life every day.  You are giving them a gift that will last a lifetime!

Turkeys on Strike              By:  Jennifer Jones

Ages:  Pre-school through First Grade

It’s a week before Thanksgiving and all of the turkeys banded together and went on strike.  The teacher received a letter telling the class the news.  It wouldn’t be Thanksgiving without the turkeys, so the class decided to hold a Turkey Talent Show to show their appreciation.  The turkeys came and performed and Thanksgiving was saved.

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Dear Reader,

This Blog is designed for the parents, grandparents and caregivers of young children.  Each post will highlight a great book that all children should hear, with tips to enrich beginning reading skills.  You will also find fun recipes that go along with each story.  Enjoy reading and cooking with the children in your life.

*Read to the children in your life every day.  You are giving them a gift that will last a lifetime!

Buffalo Fluffalo and Puffalo            By:  Bess Kalb            Illustrated by:  Erin Kraan

Ages:  Toddlers through First Grade

This delightful book is a sequel to “Buffalo Fluffalo” and does not disappoint.  In our story, Fluffalo runs into Puffalo and isn’t sure what to do.  As time goes on, Fluffalo realizes how much better his life is with Puffalo in it.  Children will enjoy this story of love and friendship.

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