STOCK UP ON SPOOKY STORIES

"When should I start reading to my kid?" This is a question you'll hear over and over in the caregiving world. Our society puts so much pressure on children learning to read, but many parents struggle to know when to start with books. I've been disheartened many times seeing a parent explain that their child is 'too young for books'. Very young children may not appear interested in being read to the first time you pull out a book. Even after years of reading together they may

The world of children's literature can be hard to navigate. Even for me, an avid book lover, sometimes a bookstore can be overwhelming. For this reason I have decided to put together my top ten book list for middle grade novels! Some of these books I enjoyed and read on repeat as a kid, and others I've recently discovered. All are selected with diversity, representation, kindness, and good stories at the forefront. Everyone has different preferences when it comes to books, an

As we near the end of the year, I would like to share my top finds from the past twelve months! Browsing thrift stores for middle grade gems is one of my favourite passtimes, and I know I've found some excellent novels this year. So, without further ado, here are my top five middle grade finds from the past year. These novels are suggested for ages 9-14. #5 - Becca Fair and Foul To Becca and Jane, a summer production of Shakespeare's The Tempest seems like the perfect way t