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Using Touch in Babytime to Support Learning
Posted 3 months ago by Jan C
Babytime books and activities that involve touch and body part identification help lay the groundwork for learning from others.
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Encouraging a Love of Reading from a Young Age
Posted 3 months ago by April S
Cultivating a lifelong love of books and reading early on has innumerable benefits
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Parents are a Child's First Teacher
Posted 3 months ago by April S
Parents play a critical role in their child's early development.
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Preparing for Kindergarten: Is Your Child Ready for School?
Posted 4 months ago by April S
What does your child need to know before entering Kindergarten?
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Celebrate Día Children’s Day by Reading Diverse Books
Posted 7 months ago by Heather H
Día, also known as El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children’s Day/Book Day), is a nationally recognized initiative emphasizing the importance of literacy for all children from all backgrounds.
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What's in the Egg? Picture Books Featuring Eggs
Posted 7 months ago by Patti L
You never know what surprising and extraordinary animal may pop out of an egg! All kinds of picture books featuring eggs are posted here. Happy Spring!
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Friendship Stories for Children
Posted 8 months ago by Patti L
Through thick and thin, best friends are on our side. Here are stories that remind us to treasure our BFF’s!
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Mysterious Mother Search
Posted 9 months ago by Heidi Y.
Endearing picture books featuring mother and child.
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Picture Books That Introduce Sensitive Topics
Posted 11 months ago by Patti L
A selection of endearing stories for young children that focus on a variety of topics like family, friends, gender identity, individuality, love, marriage, tolerance, self-acceptance, kindness, respect, mental disabilities, nonconformity, teasing, social issues, emotions, immigrants, racism, friendship and courage.
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Counting Books for Preschoolers
Posted 11 months ago by Heidi Y.
A variety of counting books to teach young children about numbers in an entertaining way.
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Picture Books Featuring Animal Adventures Perfect for Preschoolers
Posted 12 months ago by Heidi Y.
Fun picture books for kids featuring animal adventures and humorous stories.
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10 Delightful Dog Books Perfect for Young Children
Posted 12 months ago by Patti L
Entertaining dog books that are perfect for kids ages 4-8.
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7 Really Good Reasons to Read to Your Baby and Toddler
Posted 12 months ago by April S
Reading to your baby from the start leads to positive long-term benefits including cognitive, language and social skills.
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Fun Stories for Kids from Preschool through Grade 2
Posted about 1 year ago by Heidi Y.
Fun stories for kids full of humor and great illustrations.
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13 Fun and Entertaining Picture Books Your Preschooler Will Adore
Posted about 1 year ago by April S
These fun picture books will induce giggles in your preschooler. And don't be surprised if they ask you to read them multiple times.
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Great Stories for Kids that Celebrate Hispanic Heritage
Posted about 1 year ago by Maria RT
Children's picture books celebrating Hispanic Heritage.
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Good Day, Good Reads
Posted about 1 year ago by Eric P
Some days are good; some days aren't. As this picture book makes clear, it's as simple -- and as complicated -- as that.
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Picture Books Featuring Feisty, Self-Confident Heroines
Posted about 1 year ago by Patti L
Stories featuring fun stories and spunky heroines.
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Lively Rhyming Picture Books for Kids
Posted about 1 year ago by Maria RT
Funny picture books featuring animals and fun rhymes that will keep your kids hooked from start to finish.
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Entertaining Sing-Along Storybooks
Posted about 1 year ago by Cindy V
Picture books for kids featuring fun sing-along stories that will inspire little ones to sing and dance during storytime.
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Fun and Engaging Stories to Read to Your Child
Posted about 1 year ago by Heidi Y.
Imaginative and engaging picture books your child is sure to love.
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Picture Books about the Native American Experience
Posted about 1 year ago by Eric P
A variety of picture books for children of all ages about the Native American experience.
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7 Wonderful Picture Books on the Power of Friendship, Empathy and Kindness
Posted about 1 year ago by Cindy V
Picture books about friendship, redemption and kindness.
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Picture Books Perfect for Kids Who Love Imaginative Stories
Posted about 1 year ago by Heidi Y.
Stories perfect as back-to-school reads, for budding artists and for fans of humorous picture books.
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Clever and Imaginative Picture Books Ideal for Young Children
Posted about 1 year ago by Maria RT
Clever and imaginative stories for ages 4-8.
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