The Very Best Pumpkin Book
We've taken out our fall books. Reading one of our favorites reminded us of all the fun things we do in the fall. Come make memories with us.
Saying Hello to Autumn
It's the first day of autumn! Ease the transition with a book that talks about all the seasonal changes that happen as summer turns into fall. Then celebrate with a nature walk and scavenger hunt.
The Boys’ Favorite Baby Board Books
More board book recommendations. Christine and the boys couldn't resist sharing their list of favorite baby board books. We hope you'll share your favorites, too.
The Girls’ Favorite Baby Board Books
Allie and the girls put together a collection of baby board books for the newest member of their family. They've picked all their favorites. Take a look at their list. Are any your favorites?
Remembering the Beach, Part 2
As the summer starts to fade into fall, we found another way to remember our time at the beach. It also made use of all those treasures we had lying around. In addition, you'll find some nonfiction beach book recommendations.
Remembering the Beach with Books, Part 1
Summer days are fading, but you can always revisit the beach through books. Check out our favorites.
Blueberries for Us
Blueberries for Sal by Robert McCloskey is one of our favorite books. As part of their New England summer, Allie and the girls make deeper connections with the book by picking blueberries and making a pie.
A Study of Harry the Dirty Dog
Inspired by Allie's author signing post, the boys and I read one of my childhood favorites, the Harry the Dirty Dog series by Gene Zion, illustrated by Margaret Bloy Graham. In a deeper "study," we found lots of interesting things in these classic stories.
An Unorthodox Author Signing
Allie and the girls have been attending weekly story times at the library and the village bookstore while in Cape Code. This week they met author and illustrator Bob Staake. Read more about their adventures.
On the 100th Reading of Dragons Love Tacos
We've read Dragons Love Tacos so many times that we've come up with our own versions to mix it up a bit. See how we keep a book entertaining after reading it again and again.