Are the kids home from school for Martin Luther King, Jr Day? Looking for something artsy and fun to do?? These Martin Luther King Jr crafts and activities are a great ways to promote peace and diversity. You’ll also find a list of recommended books for kids to learn more about Martin Luther King, Jr. Crafts […]
Books About Camping for Kids
August 13, 2014 by
These books about camping for kids are sure to inspire plenty of outdoor fun! From making s’mores around a campfire, to putting up a tent, here is a great collection of camping books kids will love even if you’re camping in your own backyard (or living room). Be sure to check out the camping activity […]
15 Books for Learning About and Celebrating Earth Day
April 20, 2014 by
Annually celebrated on April 22, Earth Day is a day to celebrate the planet and raise awareness about environmental concerns. Listed below are many high quality children’s books that can help initiate conversations within your family about preserving our planet. Books About Gardening Franklin Plants a Tree by Paulette BourgeoisThe Ultimate Step-by-Step Kids’ First Gardening Book […]
10 Books for Early Readers
March 16, 2014 by
Reading with your child is one of the greatest gifts you can give them. Listed below are 10 enjoyable books for early readers! Books for Early Readers Let’s Go for a Drive! by Mo WillemsFirst the Egg by Laura Vaccaro SeegerFrog and Toad Storybook Treasury by Arnold LobelHenry and Mudge Ready to Read Value Pack […]
Books about Telling Time
February 22, 2014 by
Learning to tell time can be tricky for kids. Luckily, there are several entertaining and useful picture books out there that introduce children to the concept of time telling and the function of clocks. Here are ten great children’s books about telling time. Tuesday In this incredibly drawn book, artist/author David Weisner explores […]
Books about Animals in Winter
January 15, 2014 by
Does your child want to learn more about animals in winter? Reading is a wonderful way to obtain new information and encourage children to use their imagination. Here are ten of our favorite children’s books about animals in winter. Books about Animals in Winter Stranger in the Woods by Carl R. Sams II and Jean […]
5 Books About Thanksgiving
November 13, 2013 by
Every holiday, I arrange a basket of seasonal children’s books in the living room for my children to enjoy. These books about Thanksgiving are some of my favorites for welcoming the day of gratitude. Pete the Cat: The First Thanksgiving by James Dean This lift the flap book with groovy cat Pete makes learning about […]
Books about Healthy Eating
October 30, 2013 by
Halloween is quickly approaching and with it comes the inundation of many of our homes with candy, candy, and more candy. During this time, it’s easy for kids to get distracted by all the sugary goodness in their trick-or-treat bags. Here are 8 great children’s books about healthy eating for you to explore with your […]
5 Books about Feelings
October 11, 2013 by
Are you in search of high quality children’s literature to accompany discussions and lessons regarding feelings and empathy? Check out my 5 favorites listed below. Books about Feelings The Way I Feel by Janan Cain In this delightful rhyming story, children of all ages will relate to the whimsical illustrations and real-life situations described in […]
Exploring Nature with Books
June 12, 2013 by
The best part about summer for me is getting outside with my children! I love watching their eyes light up when they pop a wild berry into their mouths or find a snail along a forest trail. We spend hours and hours outside each day, sometimes doing more formal learning such as species identification and […]
5 Books to Inspire Creativity
March 22, 2013 by
Children love to draw, paint, and create, and seem inherently creative. To further encourage your children to understand that their artwork is valuable and unique, I’ve created a list of five great story books that inspire artistic creativity! Ish – This is one of my all-time favorite books! Ramon loves to draw, but when […]
5 Books About Colors
February 23, 2013 by
I’ve asked the contributors here at Inner Child Learning for their recommendations on books about colors. Here are five of our favorites! 1. How Do Dinosaurs Learn Their Colors?– We love this series of books by Jane Yolen and Mark Teague! Follow along as you discover how dinosaurs learn their colors using items around the […]
