I’ve got fifteen fabulous picture books about families to share with you. As the author of the Children’s Guide to the National Book Festival for several years, I have spent countless hours reading the best books for children available. I love helping families and teachers connect with great books. This
Board books are an important tool for young readers because they are specifically designed for young children who are just forming their understanding of the joy of reading and books. If you’re a new parent or grandparent, you may be entering the wonderful world of board books. As a gifted
If you’re looking for great books for bright kids, I’ve got five great books for bright readers that I think you’re going to love. I’ve grouped them together because several of these books are about space or stars. Whether you are building a classroom or home library, or whether you
If you’re looking for great books for bright kids, I’ve got seven picture books for bright readers that I absolutely love. Whether you are building a classroom or home library, or whether you are looking for great gift ideas, this list will help you find the perfect book. This is
If you’re looking for great books for bright kids, I’ve got five fabulous picture books for about animals that I think you’re going to love. One of them is a triumph of children’s publishing you won’t want to miss. I’ve grouped them together because these are all books about animals!
If you’re looking for great books for bright kids, I’ve got 5 new chapter books for middle grade readers, 5 older favorites, and one bonus non-fiction picture book for older readers that I think you’re going to love. Whether you are building a classroom or home library, or whether you
Atomic Habits by James Clear is a book I’d had recommended to me frequently, and as part of my 101 Goals in 1001 Days, I was plowing through some business books I’ve in my TBR (to be read) pile. The basic premise of Atomic Habits The fundamental idea of the
Deep Work by Cal Newport just might change your life. The book should come with a warning: be prepared for a sea change. It’s one of the business books I’ve read to try to make myself a better educator. If you’re a teacher, you need this book. If you have
The Talent Code by Daniel Coyle is a book I’ve wanted to read for a long time. I love exploring the idea of what builds greatness. I felt like it deserved a read alongside other books I’ve read that I think are related, like David Schenk’s The Genius in All of
Why Don’t Students Like School? Dan Willingham’s Why Don’t Students Like School? is one of the best books I have ever read for teachers. Thank you for letting me explain why this is a book you must own for yourself. Confession: It took me two years to read this book. It was
How I Got Caught in a Brainstorm I keynoted the Colorado Association for the Gifted Conference a couple of years ago, and Dan Siegel was the other keynote speaker. I’m a sucker for neuroscience (sooooo easily distracted by shiny neurons), and he was captivating. He talked about his book, Brainstorm, and
The Boys in the Boat have a lot to teach gifted kids My book club recently read The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown, and I absolutely loved it. It’s that magical kind of non-fiction that enfold you in the story and doesn’t let go until far after you reluctantly
