On September 15th(ish) teachers, librarians, students, and families around the globe celebrate creativity, courage, and collaboration for International Dot Day. We can’t wait! The Dot, by Peter H. Reynolds made our growth mindset list, but we
The What Do You Do With…? series from Kobi Yamada and Mae Besom came to mind when looking at the calendar for read aloud inspiration this month. These beautifully illustrated, fantastically told picture books will inspire
Our Class is a Family and A Letter From Your Teacher by Shannon Olsen are two of the newest titles to get the storyscape treatment. Olsen’s picture books have resonated with teachers in the classroom. With
Did you know this Sunday, September 12th is National Gradparents Day? The grandchild/grandparent relationship is a special one, reading aloud together can strengthen that bond. I learned to love reading from my mom and now, as
Make your mark and see where it takes you. Join us as you let your creative spirit shine for International Dot Day on September 15th(ish)! Now through September 16th, each time you read The Dot by
Failure is inevitable. Helping kids understand that learning something new takes time, and it doesn’t always happen on the first try can help them overcome challenges and develop their own growth mindest. A growth mindset means
Teaching children to live authentically means supporting them as they learn to listen to their conscience and respect and value others. This can be tricky for a lot of people, especially kids, when their own needs
Kids who know their strengths, understand their uniqueness, and embrace both, have the confidence to try new things. Self-esteem helps kids deal with mistakes and try again, even if they fail at first. They are more
Starting school is one of the biggest times in a child’s life to make new friends. Fostering a sense of belonging for our children and establishing the expectation that they will extend a sense of belonging
Books can be a great tool for connecting and empathizing with all kinds of different emotions.
