Rachael Walker
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Empathy-Building Books for Kids
Stories you can share and talk about to help kids discover how listening can show that you care.
13 Children’s Books That Celebrate Different Ways to Show You Care
These children’s books offer a look at special ways to show friends, family members, and the community that you care.
Great Picture Books About Grandparents
In these read-aloud stories, grandparents and grandchildren take delight in quality time and the loving relationships they’re building with each other.
Picture Books to Celebrate Disability Pride Month
Reading and sharing books is a great way to celebrate Disability Pride Month and to build understanding. In the books below, you and your young readers can explore a wide range of disability experiences in these amazing stories.
Celebrate Diwali With Books!
Diwali is celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, and some Buddhists. In this list, you’ll find books that share the origins of this important Hindu holiday, the many traditions involved in its celebration, and the theme of good triumphing over evil.
Talking Positively to Kids About Scary Weather
Sometimes weather comes with a lot of noise and excitement that kids might be anxious about. Here are three things you can do to use books and conversation to help kids get weather ready.
12 Picture Books About Weather
Explore these books about weather with children and build on their experiences to help them understand — and better prepare for — all different kinds of weather.
9 Picture Books About Brothers and Sisters
Read and discover the joys of these special family relationships and get the siblings in your family talking about what they love about each other.
Host Storytime at Home
Here is a step-by-step guide to creating a storytime similar to those your child has enjoyed at school, the library or bookstore.
9 Early Literacy Activities For Kids
Here are some reading and writing activities that take little paper or prep and can fill your home with letters, sounds and word fun.
Diverse Children’s Books About Strong Girls
Here are a few titles featuring a variety of diverse girls that encourage young readers to investigate the world, find their voice, take action and follow their dreams.
Great Adventures Start With a Story
Just like Clifford and Emily Elizabeth in Clifford the Big Red Dog, parents and young children can be inspired by books and stories to go on grand adventures.
