Calling the Wind: A Story of Healing and Hope by Trudy Ludwig & Kathryn Otoshi is one of those books that truly touches your soul. As a...

Thursday thrills with tall tales and laughter! Giraffe is Too Tall for This Book by D.K. Ryland brought endless giggles and clever fun to...

I’m excited to see books that I got from the library meant for me but being hijacked by my grade 3. Who wouldn’t love books written by...

Teaching kids about accountability can be tricky—but it’s so important. I just finished sharing “I’m Sorry You Got Mad” by Kyle Lukoff,...

Attending the NCTE conference last year was unforgettable, but the moment that truly stood out for me was discovering “Kareem Between”...

Just had to share how much my class and I absolutely ADORE Becoming Boba by Joanna Ho! I was lucky enough to get this treasure directly...

I read Homeland by Hannah Moushabeck illustrated by Reem Madooh, to my Grade 3s and it left a profound impact on me and my kids. This...

Completed this book before school starts… David Brooks’ How to Know a Person is a heartwarming guide to fostering genuine human...

Insha’Allah (إن شاء الله)—a word that carried so much mystery and frustration for me as a child. Every time I asked an adult in my...

Starting the New Year with a powerful read! “No Place Like Home” by James Bird is a compelling middle-grade novel that tackles important...

Big Tree by Brian Selznick 
Reading this book was an unforgettable journey—both as a teacher and as someone who believes in the...

A Stone is a Story by Leslie Barnard Booth This beautifully written book takes us on a poetic journey through the life of a stone—a story...

Our Incredible Library Book—and the Wonderful Journeys It Took” by Caroline Crowe, illustrated by John Joseph, is a heartfelt reminder of...

“Yoshi, Sea Turtle Genius” by Lynne Cox 🐢 As a teacher, there’s something incredibly special about finding a book that sparks curiosity,...

Olive doesn’t make art like anyone around her.” And you know what? She doesn’t care—and that’s exactly why I love this book! Oh, Olive!...

As a teacher, the holidays are such a special time—both to recharge and to reflect. This year, I stumbled upon a gem of a book that feels...

Hidden Hope: How a Toy and a Hero Saved Lives During the Holocaust by Elisa Boxer, illustrated by Amy June Bates Have you ever stumbled...

When Grandmas Cook by Margot Mustich, beautifully illustrated by Alette Straathof, is more than a picture book – it’s a heartfelt journey...

Reflection on Awe and Togetherness I recently read “A Few Beautiful Minutes: Experiencing a Solar Eclipse” by Kate Allen Fox, with...

I Lived Inside a Whale” by Xin Li has been sitting with me long after I closed its pages. It’s one of those stories that reaches into...