A Story About Finding Quiet in a Busy World

Written and illustrated by Kate Pugsley, HIDING is a silly and warm story about a little girl whoexplores the many ways and occasions of hiding. Inside and outside, with friends and with pets and toys, for fun and for security—this captivating andcomforting picture book gets right to the heart of what makes children so love…

An Engaging Story That Offers Empowerment and Acceptance of Learning Differences

“Exploring the topic of learning disabilities can be challenging, especially the social-emotional fallout for children who are struggling, but Thompkins-Bigelow accomplishes the task. Rose’s lively and colorful illustrations are eye-pleasing and showcase diversity. This is an engaging story that not only offers empowerment but also models understanding and acceptance of learning differences.” —The Horn Book Magazine…

11 Ways Parents Can Help Their Children Read

This is an excerpt from an article by Tim Shanahan . Dr. Shanahan is an internationally recognized professor of urban education and reading researcher who has extensive experience with children in inner-city schools and children with special needs.  Read his blog Shanahan on Literacy. 1. Teaching reading will only help. Sometimes, parents are told early…

Pumpkins come to life and set off on a raucous adventure

Lonely pumpkin on a stair, glowing in the chilly air.Moonbeam magic lights a spark. Pumpkin rises in the dark!Pumpkin bouncing down the street, looking for a friend to greet.” With a little moonlight magic, these pumpkins come to life and set off on a raucous adventure in this laugh-out-loud rhyming adventure! In Pumpkin Magic, each…

A Lunar New Year Round Up

Ring in the holiday with some ADJECTIVE firecrackers and COLOR envelopes, and celebrate Lunar New Year with your family, friends, and Lunar New Year Mad Libs. Little Miss Neat is having a Chinese New Year party with traditional decorations, a New Year’s Eve feast, and a dragon dance the next day. Explore Chinese New Year: A Mr….

First Little Readers Parent Pack: Guided Reading Level A: 25 Irresistible Books That Are Just the Right Level for Beginning Readers

Today’s educators seek to provide an evidence-based, balanced early literacy program that includes a strong foundation in word study strategies, including phonemic awareness and phonics. At the same time, they understand the ultimate goal of early literacy instruction is to provide young children with a solid foundation toward competent readers and writers, capable of comprehending…