Whether it’s for a birthday, a holiday, or an accomplishment, giving children presents is a fun way to celebrate their milestones. Next time the occasion arises, why not select a book or two? Here are seven reasons to give children books as gifts: Giving gifts that last a lifetime. While certain toys quickly become outdated,
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If you look out your window, you’ll probably see a tree somewhere—on your lawn, in the park across the street, in the nearby forest. But did you ever stop to think that this tree might be yearning for adventure? Nadja Springer’s The Big Adventures of a Little Tree – Tree Finds Friendship is the heartwarming
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If your child loves to read, loves libraries, and/or loves a specific book or series, and if their birthday is approaching, why not throw them an epic book-themed party? Check out these 5 neat ideas for hosting an epic birthday-book-bash! Invitations First step is to invite all those party guests! Follow these simple steps to
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Depending on where you are in the world right now, you may be celebrating Christmas, or Kwanzaa, or Hanukkah, or a plethora of other celebrations that promote joy, love, faith, and unity. Depending on where you are in the world, you may be able to gather in large groups… or have to respect 5 person
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I remember getting my very first cellphone—a Nokia flip phone—at age 12. My mother remembers when her family got colour TV! But kids nowadays were practically born knowing how an iPad works. How do we get them off the screen without a fight? First things first: let’s work on our mindset. If we start screeching
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~A heartfelt piece by author Kalli Dakos~ As a reading specialist, I know that there are many reasons to read to my child. But the act of reading is profound when you look at the unexpected gifts of this kind of love. I read to my child because books will help her discover all that
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