Elf might have told us that the best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear, but we’d like to make the claim that reading Christmas picture books gives that statement a run for its money. These twelve Christmas books for kids are perfect stories to spread that Christmas cheer, and […]
Shelf Improvement is a bimonthly column highlighting three books guaranteed to improve your library and your life. From literary fiction, young adult, and humor, to spirituality, autobiography, and more, no genre is off limits. The only requirement of the selections featured here is they must be transformative and page-turning. If you’re hoping to build a better bookshelf, Shelf […]
At this time of year, the chilly weather outside is matched only by the warm feelings of love and goodwill that fill our hearts. And what better way to share that magic with our children than through a timeless story of the season? Below, find some of our best-loved holiday children’s books, from time-tested classics to new favorites.
Christmas is coming, and an advent calendar is a fun way to build anticipation. It’s like watching the ball drop in Times Square, but in December! There are about 1,390,689 ways to make an advent calendar, but if you love books as much as we do, there’s only one way to count down the days: with […]
In our house, Christmas isn’t complete without some cozy nights spent by the fire, reading aloud. We look forward to rereading our favorites and discovering new classics each year. The best stories are unforgettable and positively glow with Christmas spirit. Think you know your Polar Express from your Babar and Family Christmas? Test your quote-acular memory with […]