Aamir, The Boy Who Talked to a Star is a gentle, imaginative story that captures the endless curiosity of childhood, written by first time author Brenda Marques. Set against the quiet beauty of a desert village, the story follows Aamir, a young boy whose fascination with the sky leads him on a magical journey ofContinueContinue reading “Review: Aamir, the Boy Who Talked to a Star”
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The Christmas Cardinal: Review
Managing grief over the holiday season The Christmas Cardinal by Aïda Juodis is a gentle and heartfelt story that brings comfort and hope to children experiencing the loss of someone they love. Juodis guides young readers through a magical snowy world where cardinals carry messages of love and protection, and where the North Pole becomesContinueContinue reading “The Christmas Cardinal: Review”
REVIEW: Juny the Butterfly Boy: A Story of Loss and Love
Juny the Butterfly Boy: A Story of Loss and Love is a tender and imaginative story that invites young readers to explore grief through a world filled with color, wonder, and compassion. Dr. MaryAnn Wilkey offers a heartfelt tale that honors the deep emotions children experience when someone they love is no longer with them.ContinueContinue reading “REVIEW: Juny the Butterfly Boy: A Story of Loss and Love”
A Garfield Christmas Special – Watch it Free
Why A Garfield Christmas Special Still Hits You Right in the Feels The folks at Garfield & Friends have generously uploaded some of their 90’s classics for families to enjoy on YouTube Before holiday specials became high-budget CGI events, there was something charming about the simple, heartfelt animated classics of the ’80s. A Garfield Christmas Special, first airedContinueContinue reading “A Garfield Christmas Special – Watch it Free”
REVIEW: Gabe & Dre Take on the Thundermaker
An imaginative picture book by Yahozka Godfrey that turns storms into stories of courage and connection. Gabe & Dre Take on the Thundermaker is a wonderfully written picture book that turns a child’s fear of thunderstorms into a journey of courage, curiosity, and wonder. Yahozka Godfrey captures the themes of imagination and discovery—the way imaginationContinueContinue reading “REVIEW: Gabe & Dre Take on the Thundermaker”
KIDDABLE AWARDS: DEADLINE NOVEMBER 25 2025!
“Enter To Win a Children’s Literature Award: All Categories for the Kiddable Awards are now open. Dear Kiddable Community, We’re thrilled to announce that the 2025 Kiddable Awards are just around the corner, and the anticipation is building! It’s that time of year again when we celebrate the best of the best in children’s literature.ContinueContinue reading “KIDDABLE AWARDS: DEADLINE NOVEMBER 25 2025!”
INTERVIEW: Author Richard Lam
Over four years in the making, The Incredible Rumble in the Jungle by author Richard Lam, blends fast-paced excitement with timeless life lessons about gratitude, perseverance, and believing in yourself. Guided by his experiences as a father and inspired by the laughter and feedback of his own family, Lam has created a story that speaksContinueContinue reading “INTERVIEW: Author Richard Lam”
REVIEW: What It’s Like to Be Me
Elizabeth Ann O’Handley’s What It’s Like to Be Me is a heartfelt, magical journey into the world of self-discovery and self-acceptance. Through the voice of a young girl, readers are invited to reflect on what it means to know ourselves, not through the opinions of others, but by looking inward with honesty and love. TheContinueContinue reading “REVIEW: What It’s Like to Be Me”
Blast from the past: Halloween is Grinch Season Full T.V. Special.
Looking for something family friendly to watch this Halloween? We bet you missed this lesser known classic by Dr. Seuss When most people think of the Grinch, their minds jump straight to Christmas — but did you know our favorite green grump also tried to spoil Halloween? Halloween Is Grinch Night, the often-overlooked 1977 TV specialContinueContinue reading “Blast from the past: Halloween is Grinch Season Full T.V. Special.”
Beating the back to school blues – for moms
Let’s be honest, kids aren’t always the only ones dreading back to school time. The end of summer means it’s time to sharpen pencils, pack lunches, and send the kids back to school. While plenty of parents breathe a sigh of relief, for many moms, this time of year comes with its own emotional hurdles.ContinueContinue reading “Beating the back to school blues – for moms”
