| Read Aloud Time While the Sun Shines
It's “read aloud” time while the sun is up and the time is ripe to read stories that kids will beg to be read again and again to them.
By Holly E. Newton
Sleepytime Books for Summer Bedtimes
Summertime can be a hard time of year to get youngsters to go to sleep. The sun is still shinning when little ones should be yawning, so here is a list of wonderful picture book stories to lull your little ones to sleep.
By Holly E. Newton
Fiction You Can't Put Down
Are you looking for a great fiction book that you can't put down? Here are some books with different genres that will appeal to anyone who loves to read and loves to be thrown completely into the action of the book.
By Holly E. Newton
Books for Exploration and Excitement
Summer is a wonderful time of year to explore and learn. Here are some fun, interesting and creative books for you to enjoy while school is out.
By Holly E. Newton
Summertime is Time to Read
Summertime connotes a fun time, a relaxing time — and time to read. Here is a list of great books to fill your lazy days and give you much to enjoy and create.
By Holly E. Newton
Books about Wheels and Wings
We may all be having problems filling up our gas tanks without mortgaging our houses, but transportation still fills up the minds of our young with excitement and wonder. Here is a list of some outstanding new books about vehicles both large and small — for kids both tall and small.
By Holly E. Newton
Books to Celebrate Summer
Summertime is finally here, and so are the lazy, hazy days of reading great books to help celebrate this sunny and growing season.
By Holly E. Newton
Books to Celebrate Fathers
Father's Day is just around the corner, and here are some great books to help celebrate good old Dad.
By Holly E. Newton
Books to Devour this Summer
School is ending and it's time to celebrate the summer season by reading for enjoyment and not because it's an assignment. Here is a list of great books that can be read under a tree or anywhere.
By Holly E. Newton
Great Summer Books You Can't Stop Reading
Are you looking for great books that you can’t stop reading this summer? Here are four novels for older readers that fit this description — and what a great way to kick off this sunny, hot season!
By Holly E. Newton
Books for the New Graduate
Graduation is such an important step, empowering all of our lives, that there is a whole range of books that will appeal to the new graduate. All of these are picture books, but they'll delight any age from toddler to adult.
By Holly E. Newton
Books to Help Kids Transition
Graduation is a dramatic step for young people. It connotates a transition and change that is about to happen. It could be graduation from elementary school, high school or college. But whatever the graduation celebration, here is a list of some great books to give to your favorite graduate.
By Holly E. Newton
Books to Celebrate Moms on Their Day
Mother’s Day is here. What better way to celebrate Mom than to read books with her about the joy of mothers?
By Holly E. Newton
Fantasies to Keep Youngsters Turning Pages
Are you looking for a great fantasy? Here are some books that will have your nine-year-old — and older — turning pages quicker than you think possible.
By Holly E. Newton
Books
for Kids to Read Aloud
Here are read-aloud books books that
pull the reader, young or old, instantly into the realm and joy
of the story. There is an element of unique fantasy, dialogue or
storyline in each book that is great fun to read out loud.
By Holly E. Newton
Hit
a Home Run with Baseball Books
It’s time once again for that good old
American pastime, providing summer one of its great family activities.
Here are four outstanding fiction books involving baseball that
would be enjoyable to read aloud for any age.
By Holly
E. Newton
Books
about Food for Kids to Chew On
Do you ever wonder how kids can learn
about the food they eat, buy and prepare? Here are some outstanding
and enlightening books that are about food, the food industry and
recipes that kids can enjoy and even as they get healthy.
By
Holly E. Newton
Books
that Enhance Family Faith
With general conference just a day away, here are
some books that help families appreciate their spiritual roots.
By
Holly E. Newton
Books
to Celebrate Spring
Spring has sprung, and here are some great
books to help celebrate this growing and blossoming season. All
of these are picture books and are good for younger children, except
for the nonfiction books. Those books are good for all ages.
By Holly E. Newton
Children’s
Books that Teach
There is so much to understand about this
wonderful world, and books become one of the most vital ingredients
in learning. Here is a list of some outstanding nonfiction books
about animals and other subjects that are good for ages 7 through
adult.
By Holly E. Newton
Books
to Take Children Round the World
Children can learn about so many things
when reading books. Here are some outstanding picture books that
reflect various cultures or are written and illustrated by authors
from around the world. All of the books are good for ages five through
adult.
By Holly E. Newton
Quality Books for New Readers
New readers have a huge advantage these days — there is a wealth of books geared specifically for them. Today there are many publishers who have found really great authors who write for the interest of young readers who are on the brink of discovering the joy of reading.
By Holly E. Newton
Recycled
Books Thrill a New Generation
Publishers will reissue books that
were popular and well received years ago with new covers or have
new illustrations to present the book differently or in a more updated
way. Here are some outstanding reissues that have become classics
in children’s literature.
By Holly E. Newton
Books
to Celebrate Black History Month
February is a great month to read outstanding
books about African American history. Here are some of the best
and newest books recently published to help celebrate Black History
Month.
By Holly E. Newton
Books
with a Presidential Flavor
Presidents’ Day is just around the corner,
and with all of the political activity going on in order to elect
a new president, it’s a great time to read outstanding books
about great Americans.
By Holly E. Newton
Books
to Celebrate Valentines
Valentine’s Day has to be one
of the best holidays because it connotes love and friendship. Here
are some great books to commemorate that special day.
By Holly E. Newton
Books
for Babies are Sure to Delight
Baby books are always on the minds of new parents
— and grandparents. Here are some outstanding books that will
intrigue, engage and teach those precious little ones.
By Holly E. Newton
Books
that Help Kids Navigate Life’s Problems
There are so many wonderful books
that help us deal with specific problems related to health, social,
mental and family issues. Here are some outstanding books that cover
the gambit.
By Holly E. Newton
The
Best Children’s Books of 2007
Some of the best books of 2007 also have inspiring
messages within them. If you haven't already devoured them, it isn't
too late to discover these treasures.
By Holly E. Newton
Books
in Boxes to Delight the Reader
The year 2008 brings new celebrations,
new birthdays, new holidays and many more books to read! Boxed sets
enable the reader to continue reading and enjoying more books from
the same author.
By Holly E. Newton
A
Blizzard of Children’s Picture Books
It’s now “snow time” in
the colder climates, and that means a celebration of blizzard picture
books.
By Holly E. Newton
Books
to Ring in the New Year
The New Year brings books of past reflections
and future aspirations. Here are some thought-provoking books to
begin 2008 on a high note.
By Holly E. Newton
Last-Minute
Gift Books for Kids
Are you looking for a last-minute gift? Publishers
have some wonderfully packaged books that will make great presents.
By Holly E. Newton
Books
about Santa Help Kiddies Count the Days
Santa Claus will soon be here, by now
your little ones can barely wait for his arrival on Christmas Day!
Here is a list of some great new picture books about the jolly man
that will surely entice and delight your youngster.
By Holly E. Newton
Books
to Give at Christmas
What’s the easiest gift to give for the
Christmas season? Books! All ages can enjoy them and you can find
any kind of genre that interests that special person, young or old.
Here is a list of some extraordinary books that you'll want to put
on your shopping list. But here's a warning — you may want
to keep these for yourself!
By Holly E. Newton
Books
that Anticipate Christmas
Christmas is just around the corner, and here
are some of the newest and best books and activities to give as
gifts for this special season of the year.
By Holly E. Newton
Books
for Readers to Moon Over
If the young teenage girls in your life have
been carrying around some black-covered books with titles that are
related to atmospheric conditions, you might want to find out what
the fuss is all about.
By Holly E. Newton
Animal
Books for All Ages
Here are some outstanding animal picture
books with only a few that are specifically for younger children.
The artwork and stories are sure to please animal lovers of all
ages.
By Holly E. Newton
Books
that Linger Longer
Some of the best kids' books that stay
with us throughout our lives have to do with animals.
By Holly E. Newton
Boo-licious
Books for Halloween Fun
Halloween is just around the corner,
and here are some fun and not-too-spooky picture books for your
youngsters.
By Holly E. Newton
Books
that Go "Bump" in the Night
There’s nothing quite like a book that’s
scary and brings out goose bumps in the dead of night —
making you jump at the slightest sound. This is the season of sounds
that go "bump" in the night and here are some outstanding
Halloween books.
By Holly E. Newton
Books
to Teach the Love of Words
Today's collection features some of
the best books to help kids understand the process of writing, and
how to do it well. There are also some outstanding books for budding
illustrators, to help inspire them in their pursuit of drawing.
By Holly E. Newton
Fanciful
Books for Autumn Dreams
Each year, October brings fanciful
costumes and fantasy. Here is a list of some outstanding fantasy
books that will surely draw out your whimsical imaginings. They
also beg to be read aloud and are perfect for ages nine through
adult.
By Holly E. Newton
Good
Books about Bad Habits
Are you looking for picture books that will
teach good behavior and a positive attitude? Here is a list of books
that teach specific traits or help to break bad habits.
By Holly E. Newton
Lessons
from War
Lessons from war can be great — and
sad. The subject matter may be touchy for young children, but the
history that surrounds and brings about war is too valuable to be
missed or forgotten. Here are books that are filled with memoirs,
and memories, of those lessons.
By Holly E. Newton
Early
Chapter Books for the Young and Young at Heart
Is your child ready to read short chapter books?
If children can begin to take pleasure in this exciting new discovery
of reading with imagination, then their interest in books can last
for life.
By Holly E. Newton
Mysterious
Books Serve Adventures Galore
Who doesn't like a good mystery?
It has all of the elements for an enticing and exciting read — adventure,
intrigue, deception. Here are some outstanding mysteries that are
sure to lead you in some wrong directions before you finally discover
whodunit.
By Holly E. Newton
Tennis,
Anyone?
If your preteens are sports enthusiasts,
here are some books that will guarantee to pique their interests.
Along the way, these books may just hook your kids on reading.
By Holly E. Newton
Books
Take Children Back to School
If your young
children are dreading going back to school, here are some books
to help ease the trauma. These fascinating picture books will show
rabbits, dinosaurs, and even a tadpole taking part in the rituals
of life.
By Holly E. Newton
Saying
Goodbye to the Potter Chronicles
Here's a book
that is guaranteed to leave the reader sad, and not because it has
an unhappy ending. The sadness comes from this being the last installment
of one of the best written series of books for all members of the
family written during the past fifty years.
By Holly E. Newton
Outdoor
Books for Summertime Fun
Summertime is a great time to read to your
4- to 8-year-old children as you enjoy the great outdoors. Here
is a list of some fun, and funny, picture books to read out loud
under a shady tree.
By Holly E. Newton
Books
Get Buggy with Insect Themes
Bugs! Whether or not you like them,
most kids are fascinated with them. Now that we are in the season
when they thrive, here are some great new books, for ages 4 through
10 on the subject.
By Holly E. Newton
Teaching
the Past through Fiction
Historical fiction is one of the best
ways to teach children about the past. It brings history to life
and enlightens them to make better choices from past mistakes. Here
are some of the best books for ages 10 through adult on this subject
from this past year.
By Holly E. Newton
Baseball
Books Hit a Home Run
Baseball season is in full swing, and
our children's books reviewer has "dug out" books that
will surely become a home run for families of all ages.
By Holly E. Newton
Books
for Lemonade Days
Summer is the time to relax, enjoy
the warmth of the sun and take a cool sip of lemonade. It's also
the best time to read! Here are some books to dive into that are
as refreshing as a cool swimming pool on a hot day.
By Holly E. Newton
Books
to Celebrate the Birth of a Nation
America's Independence Day brings a great
appreciation of those who fought for freedom when our states were
a mere 13 colonies. Here are reviews of some of the best and newest
books that help celebrate the birth of our great nation.
By Holly E. Newton
Fantasies to Tide You Over
The days are getting closer to the release of the new Harry Potter book, and many of us can hardly wait. However, here are a few fantasy books to tide you over until you can get your hands on the latest J. K. Rowling novel.
By Holly E. Newton
Spend
Time with Dad through Books
Father's Day is the perfect day to spend special
time with Dad. Here are some great picture books to help celebrate
this special occasion. When your children read them with Dad, every
day can be Father's Day.
By Holly E. Newton
Holly
Newton Talks about Her Accident
Life takes many interesting turns,
and you never know what awaits you every day.
By Holly E. Newton
Books
to Keep the Kiddies Reading all Summer Long
Summer is on its way and that means
it's time for my annual "Best Summer Reading List."
Here are a dozen of my favorite books from my reviews of the past
school year. The first four are picture books and the rest
are fiction. These will keep youngsters entertained during rainy
summer days — or even sunny ones!
By
Holly E. Newton
Swashbuckling
Pirate Adventures for Young Readers
Ahoy, mates! Looking for a good pirate
adventure? With "Pirates of the Caribbean III"
coming out this week, what better way to really get into the excitement
than to read about pirates?
By
Holly E. Newton
Great
Mystery Books for Young and Old
Some mysteries are just too good to put down.
Get your whodunits here.
By
Holly E. Newton
Holly
Newton Severely Injured in Cycling Accident
Our beloved children's book reviewer,
Holly Newton, was severely injured in a cycling accident in St.
Paul, Minnesota, on May 4, 2007. She had emergency surgery
that night to relieve swelling and stop bleeding in her brain and
is now recovering.
By Kathryn H. Kidd
Books
for the Thresholds of Life
The month of May celebrates graduations
from various stages of schooling and includes two important graduations
—
high school and college. No matter what the age of your graduates,
here are books to motivate, celebrate and help prepare them for
the new challenges that lie ahead.
By Holly E. Newton
Books
for Four Seasons to Read All Year Long
Spring has sprung, and this season
of new life is growing, blooming and hatching. Here are picture
books about the seasons, and especially the rebirth of the earth
during this sometimes rainy and stormy time of year. Most of these
books are for ages 4 through 8.
By Holly E. Newton
Poetry
to Inspire Your Children
It's National Poetry Month and here
is a list of the best and newest books that will dance with rhythm,
or express with eloquence, from the placement of words.
By Holly E. Newton
Great
Books for Your Personal Library
Not all books are meant to be checked
out of the local library. Some books are meant to be owned and may
become highly treasured for years to come. Here is a list of interesting
and intriguing books that may just become your family favorite.
By Holly E. Newton
Books
to Keep Harry Potter Fans Busy
The last Harry Potter book is due
out this July. But while we're waiting, here are some outstanding
fantasy books to hold you over. The first three books are great
for ages 9 through 12.
By Holly E. Newton
Endearing
Books about Family Pets
Pets are often a special addition
to families, so this week's reviews pay homage to those beloved
animals. Dogs and cats (and even cats with wings) feature prominently
in this week's offerings.
By Holly E. Newton Outstanding
Classics for Older Readers
A few weeks ago, I reviewed classic
picture books that have recently been reissued. This week, I'll
highlight outstanding books for older readers that were first
published years ago, but remain as great today as when they were
written in decades past.
By Holly E. Newton The
ABC’s of Children’s Alphabet Literature
Are you looking for a great alphabet
book for your youngster? This is a popular genre, and there are
eight excellent examples on the market to teach your children
their alphabet basics while entertaining them along the way.
By Holly E. Newton Classic
Books that Still Enthrall
Classic stories are recycled over and over
because they stand the test of time. The great thing about these
reissues is that they breathe new life into older and perhaps
forgotten books. These stories also receive a new format, new
illustrations and interesting commentary about the origins of
the stories.
By Holly E. Newton Black
History in Books
February is African
American History Month, and to help understand events and stories
demonstrating rich culture, slavery and prejudice, here is some
of the best and newest literature on the subject.
By Holly E. Newton Books
to Recall America's History and Presidents
Presidents' Day brings to mind our
country's history, patriotism, independence, democracy and of
course, our Founding Fathers. Here are some books that celebrate
the subject.
By Holly E. Newton Children's
Books to Celebrate Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day has to be one of the best
days to celebrate because it centers around love. And what better
way to make this day extra special than to read about it? Here
are some perfect books to wrap around your love.
By Holly E. Newton Newbury Winners Your Kids (and You) Will Enjoy
Four award-winning books teach history and social skills to children (and their parents), while entertaining them at the same time.
By Holly E. Newton Great
Books that Aren't Caldecott Winners
The highest — and most notable — children’s
book awards, the Caldecott and Newbery Awards, were announced
on Monday. But here are some great books the award committees
somehow overlooked.
By Holly E. Newton Wintery
Books for Snowy Nights
Winter,
in many parts of the country, denotes snow, cold and ice. So,
whether you prefer your winter weather cold or warm, here's the
perfect book list to celebrate winter.
By Holly E. Newton Two
Engaging Books for Young Readers
Whether your young reader is looking for
the meaning of life or is interested in nothing more complicated
than cardboard boxes, this week's books will provide reading delights.
By Holly E. Newton The
Best Picture Books of 2006
If you never thought picture books could
inspire and motivate you, as well as delight your eyes and make
you laugh, think again. Here is the cream of the crop for 2006.
By Holly E. Newton Great
Children’s Books for Late Shoppers
Are you
still looking for that perfect gift for Christmas? Have you put
off buying gifts to the last minute? Well, look no further because
I have a list full of variety of gift giving books that will put
your anxieties to rest.
By Holly E. Newton Tales
of Santa to Tickle Your Toes
Santa Claus is coming to town, and there
are some great picture books about him! Anybody of any age who
loves Santa will enjoy every one of these books!
By Holly E. Newton Cherished
Books for Christmas
Christmas time is the perfect time to celebrate
the feeling of family and of cherished memories of Christmas's
present ―
and past. Here is a list of books that evoke those special times
to read aloud to your special loved ones ― younger and older.
By Holly E. Newton Christmas
Books to Touch the Heart and Fire the Imagination
A pop-up gem and a creative retelling of
the Christmas story are two books to enchant young and old readers
this holiday season.
By Holly E. Newton Fablehaven
Affords Fantastic Fantasy
Are you looking for a fantastic fantasy?
Fablehaven, by Brandon Mull, is a creative and gripping tale
that even adults will have a hard time putting down.
By Holly E. Newton A
Book that Teaches Selflessness
Nell didn't talk too much after a boy said
her voice sounded like a cricket, but she still had much to give.
By Holly E. Newton Books
that Go Bump in the Night
Halloween is coming and it's time for scary
stories, costumes and trick-or-treating. I have the perfect books
on this subject, but the scary story is actually a mystery.
By Holly E. Newton Finding
Outstanding Authors
One of the best ways to find great books
is by finding outstanding authors. Here are two terrific books
that were discovered because of the authors' reputations. One
of them is a must-read for parents everywhere.
By Holly E. Newton More
Children’s Favorites for Every Home
How can a list of all-time favorite books
be limited to fifteen? Here are fifteen more that are guaranteed
to knock the socks off you and your children.
By Holly E. Newton It’s
All Greek to Me
Parents are always looking for
children that you can't put down ―
books that grip you from the first page and don't let go until
the end and even then you don't want to stop. Here is a book that
will sweep you away, along with other great books with mythological
ties.
By Holly E. Newton Two
Extraordinary Books for Young Readers
One book takes readers to the Amazon jungle,
and the other takes readers on a road to visit the king. Which
will your child choose?
By Holly E. Newton Children’s
Books that Parents Like
Attention new readers — and parents! Here's
my annual list of the newest and most entertaining books for children
and the parents who read to them.
By Holly E. Newton
Secret
Agents and Wheels Keep the World Turning ‘Round
Wheels are turning this
week in the world of children's books. Some of them are on skateboards,
and others are in the mind of a young teen secret agent.
By Holly E. Newton
Back
to School with School-Related Reading
School is back in session, so get out your
pencils and papers —
and don't put your books away! This week's reviews include the best
new books with school-related themes.
By Holly E. Newton
Books
that Will Hit a Home Run
Get your hot dogs, peanuts and baseball books
right here! Baseball season is in full swing and we've got several
red-hot reads for your entertainment right on the sidelines, where
the sweet smell of fresh cut grass meets dirt and diamonds
By Holly E. Newton
Gentle
Books for Gentle Readers
Are you looking for a home-spun tale that
will warm the cockles of your heart? Gentle's Holler will
wrap around you and cuddle you like a soft, fluffy blanket. And
the story of Luck, the sandbilled crane, will enchant you
from beginning to end.
By Holly E. Newton
Book
Helps Teens with Unanswered Prayers
How many LDS teen-agers wonder why their
prayers seem to go unanswered? This book, one of two being reviewed
today, helps answer this age-old question.
By
Holly E. Newton
Genial
Dinosaurs and Other Flights of Fancy
Children never get tired of dinosaurs. Here
are some books that will have you chortling along with your little
ones, as you follow assorted dinosaurs through some crazy adventures.
By
Holly E. Newton
Drifting
through Time and Space
From a house that sails to a monster with
many teeth, these books will provide a toothsome delight to readers
young and old.
By Holly E. Newton
Seafaring
Adventures for Young Readers
If you have a fascination with the ocean or
a love of the beach, these books will delight you and your children
of all ages.
By Holly E. Newton
Swashbuckling
Summer Reading Adventures
Summer is a great time to find a book that
will completely take you away from everyday life. What better way
is there to do it than with tales of pirates, adventure, mystery
and excitement?
By Holly E. Newton
Books
to Take on a Journey
Are you planning on going on vacation, traveling
or just pining away the summer days beneath the shade of a tree?
If you plan to travel this summer, here is the perfect traveling
book to read with your children ages eight and older.
By Holly E. Newton
Celebrating
Independence with Books
Independence Day is America's greatest day
for appreciating the freedoms that we enjoy in our great country.
How can we enjoy this American holiday without books that help us
truly understand all who have lived, died and continue to protect
our freedom?
By Holly E. Newton
Here
There Be Dragons
Dragons and magic fill your imagination with
wonder and excitement. Here is a list of some of the best new books
on these two subjects to fill up your summer daze.
By Holly E. Newton
Books
to Celebrate Fathers
Father's Day is just around the corner and
here are some picture books, for ages 3 to 7, to help celebrate
dad's special day.
By Holly E. Newton
Books
to Read under a Tree
If you're looking for books to read as you
lie around in a hammock or sit on the beach, here is a list of top
reads from this past school year.
By Holly E. Newton
Jump into Summer Reading with Two Great Books
This page-turner will have you guessing all of the way to the end. But you better hold on to your seats, because this book is full of twists and turns and action. In fact, you'll be hoping for a sequel.
By Holly E. Newton
Books
with Teeth in Them
Take a bite out of these fascinating books
about sharks. One of them is a pop-up book that will leave you and
your children spellbound from beginning to end.
By Holly E. Newton
Books
to Teach Children about Mothers
Here, just in time for Mother's Day, are some
books that will remind children what a special bond mothers of all
kinds have with their daughters and sons.
By Holly E. Newton
Stories
with Rhyming Resonance
Rhymes that tell a story should be on every
child's bookshelf. Here are some suggestions to delight young and
old alike.
By Holly E. Newton
Poetry
Books Teach Love of Language
Language that is placed, and spaced, in ethereal
positions lifts the spirit and informs the soul. Here are some poetry
books that will grab hold and propel you towards the love of the
written word.
By Holly E. Newton
Poetry
through Pictures ― How Poetic!
These poetry collections are all picture books,
and for the most part are geared for younger children. What better
way to celebrate nature and the seasons than through poetry?
By Holly E. Newton
Poetry
Books Make Us Wax ― Poetic!
Poetry can be magical literature.
Here are some books that will inspire children to make rhymes and
to look at life in a lyrical manner.
By Holly E. Newton
Reading
about Eating
Are you in the mood for food? Here is a list
of yummy books about this delicious subject that will surely put
you in a most hungry mode.
By Holly E. Newton
Helping
Children Deal with Death
People ask from time to time about
books on death and how to deal with this tragic event. Following
is a list of some outstanding books on the delicate subject of death
that should help your children deal with this most difficult subject.
By Holly E. Newton
Curious
about Curious George?
Have you ever been curious about
the monkey, "Curious George"? The first story
in this popular series of stories by H. A. and Margret Rey was published
back in 1941. “The
Complete Adventures of Curious George” has
recently been published with all of the vivid and colorful illustrations
and stories that we’ve all grown to enjoy. Come and see.
By Holly E. Newton
A Touch
of the Irish in Books
These great books will make a
"Top o' the Evening" in your household if you read them
to children young and old.
By Holly E. Newton
New
Series Provides Fun for Young Readers
This level of reading is one of the
most important levels because this is when children hopefully take
off reading because they’ve discovered the joy of it. They’ve
found the "movie of the mind" and are now able to create
their own images and actions.
By Holly E. Newton
Great
Tales for Dog Lovers
Here are two charming books about
dogs that are loved, and dogs that aren't. Children and adults will
enjoy these read-aloud treasures.
By Holly E. Newton
Presidential
Books
Presidents' Day brings to mind our great forefathers
and the revolutionary war as well as other great events and presidents
that helped mold our country. Here are a few books that kids, and
adults, will enjoy and learn from as they are read.
By Holly E. Newton
Caldecott
Recap
The notable Caldecott awards, designating
the best of American picture books, were recently announced. Here
are the 2006 awards with reviews of each, so you can determine where
to spend this week's book budget!
By Holly E. Newton
Celebrating
Black History Month in Literature
This week's selections include excellent books
that show the hardships of living a life without freedom.
By Holly E. Newton
Award-Winning
Books and Books for Baby
Studies have shown that babies benefit from
very early exposure to books. Here are some good ones, along with
this year's Caldecott and Newbury award winners.
By Holly E. Newton
Keeping
Warm with a Good Book
This is the best time of year to curl up inside
your warm home with a good book. Well, how about a great book? I'm
so excited to share two books that will keep you turning page after
page until the very end!
By Holly E. Newton
Snowed in
with Good Books
January evokes feelings of cold and snowy weather.
And, even if you don’t have snow on the ground, it’s
always fun to read books about flurries of flakes. Here’s
a list of wonderful cold weather books.
By Holly E. Newton
Books
for Learning-to-Readers
There’s nothing more exciting for a youngster
than to learn how to read! It’s always nice to have the best
beginning books on hand to continue their excitement, increase their
reading ability and bring about the "movie of the mind."
By
Holly E. Newton
Last-Minute
Book Gifts
Are you looking for last-minute gifts? Here
are some interesting and unusual books that would make you a hit
with any gift recipient who is young or young at heart.
By Holly E. Newton
Pop Up with
a Great Christmas Book
Are you looking for a perfect Christmas gift?
Keep reading to learn about some of the most amazing pop-up books
that are perfect for all ages.
By Holly E. Newton
Instant Christmas Classics
for Your Whole Family
If you're looking for new books to be read
during the Christmas season, look no further. These books are sure
to become family favorites.
By Holly E. Newton
New Looks for Old Classics
What better book for a Christmas gift than
a favorite old book -- complete with a new design and even new illustrations!
By Holly E. Newton
Giving Thanks through Reading
Spice up your Thanksgiving celebration with
a good book from this Thanksgiving-inspired collection.
By Holly E. Newton
Books that are
Rich with Money or Tradition
From a fictional mansion to tradition-bound
households in China, we have books that will interest you and your
children.
By Holly E. Newton
Adventurous
Reading for All Ages
Here are books that will keep even non-readers
on the edge of their seats.
By Holly E. Newton
Books
to Make a Goblin Laugh
What is a Halloween book without gore, blood
or terrifying scares? A good read —
and we have lots of them here for the whole family.
By
Holly E. Newton
Alphabetical
Reading Delights
Alphabet books aren't just for pre-schoolers
anymore. Here are some that will delight young and old, from A to
Z.
By Holly E. Newton
Wild Books to Suit October
Imaginations
Here is a list of books that are suitable
for a wild and woolly October.
By Holly E. Newton
Autumn Delights for Chilly
Evenings
Celebrate everyone's favorite season
with books that are sure to provide family fun.
By Holly E. Newton
Books for Dreamers and
Mystery Lovers
Don’t ever give up on your dreams!
The whimsical hero of one of today's books teaches that important
lesson.
By Holly E. Newton
Penguins
Galore!
With all the craze resulting from the new documentary
film about marching penguins, children may be especially interested
by some great books on the subject.
By Holly E. Newton
The
Best of the Read-Alouds
Read-aloud books are a wonderful way
to connect with a child.
By
Holly E. Newton
When
Children Need to Smile
With all that's happening in the world,
a humorous book might help.
By
Holly E. Newton
Books
to Take Your Children to School
Three books that help children with
reading and writing —
and one great book for their parents —
make back-to-school time happy for all.
By Holly E. Newton
Leaping
Lizards in Glorious 3-D
Are you looking for an interesting
dinosaur book? This one will undoubtedly become your family’s
all-time favorite picture book on these extinct “giant lizards”!
By Holly E. Newton
Boating
Indoors, and Other Adventures
There isn't just one children's book
that features rowing boats inside buildings. Two of them are real
winners.
By
Holly E. Newton
The
Long-Awaited Meridian Harry Potter Review
I recommend you read the last five chapters
in a highly lit room or preferably at midday –
so that you can sleep without nightmaares.
By Holly E. Newton
Books That Will Grow on You
This week, I have several picture
books that celebrate the growing season of nature and that will
raise your appreciation to an all-time high!
By Holly E. Newton
Books
for an Old-Fashioned Summer
Pour yourself a glass of cold lemonade
on a hot summer's day and curl up with a book.
By
Holly E. Newton
Books to Read
in the Car
Here are some outstanding books that will keep
you and your children engaged for some time while riding in the
car. (These would be good for airplane travel, too.)
By Holly E. Newton
Patriotic Books for Independence
Day
Independence Day will soon be here,
and there are some outstanding picture books to help celebrate and
appreciate America’s birthday.
By Holly E. Newton
Summer Reading for Sleepless Nights
Are you searching for a great summer
read that will keep you reading late into the night? Here are books
that will keep the sand man at bay.
By Holly E. Newton
Celebrating Fathers through Books
The happiest fathers are those who
have their loved ones nearby. Here are some outstanding new picture
books for those happy fathers to enjoy on their special day.
By Holly E. Newton
Summertime Reading Joys
Summertime is the best time
to read books of your choosing ? not the teacher’s! Here is
a list of my favorites from this past school year.
By
Holly E. Newton
Baseball
Books for Summer
Here are some outstanding
new books about our favorite summer sports pastime.
By
Holly E. Newton
Racing
Toward Summer with Books
Two books, both by LDS authors, focus on two
very different kinds of races.
By Holly E. Newton
The
Best Graduation Gifts
Books, as always, are the
perfect gift and help commemorate this important event in a young
person's life. Here is a list of some outstanding picture books
celebrating the graduate.
By Holly E. Newton
Nonfiction to
Delight the Reader
If you're searching for an uplifting book,
there's nothing more inspiring than a well-written nonfiction story.
Here are two that will have you riveted to your chair.
By
Holly E. Newton
Babies
and Other Family Members
Motherhood evokes thoughts of families
and bearing and raising children. I've found one of the most amazing
picture books celebrating the miracles of babies.
By
Holly E. Newton
The Joys
of Reading Aloud
Reading aloud to your children can be a most
cherished time for you and your family. It's not just the enjoyable
stories, but the time well spent with those you love most!
By Holly E. Newton
A
Bewitching Tale
Whispering to Witches, by Anna Dale, contains
all the elements for an exciting adventure that will have you whisked
off on your broomstick
By Holly E. Newton
Celebrating the Self and Other Adventures
Perhaps you have a child who is struggling
with his self-image, or sibling rivalry, or even stress with friends.
This is a wonderful book that brings out the magic, the belief and
the individuality in oneself.
By Holly Newton
Poetry Books for Young and Old
Celebrate National Poetry Month with
poetry books for the young and young at heart.
By Holly E. Newton
Children and War
How can we, as parents, enlighten
our children about war and explain the aspects of peace that can
come out of war?
By Holly Newton
Celebrating the Imagination
Where books once took children on incredible
adventures of their own, the constrictions of modern technology
have created a mostly passive learner.
By Holly E. Newton
Nature-al Reading
The month of March brings blustery
weather, the first day of spring, baby animals and the shearing
of sheep. All this is perfect for books that talk about outdoor
adventures.
By Holly Newton
A Child Too Smart
Being so intelligent made her feel
left out, so she set out to do something about it.
By Holly E. Newton
An Ingenious
Blend of Fairytales
Extra! Extra! Read all about a most
ingenious blend of Fairytale News. This funny picture book
incorporates several fairytales into one unique story by using the
newspaper as the central theme.
By Holly E. Newton
Black History Month through
Books
February is Black History Month and there is
no better way to recognize awareness and celebration of this wealth
of diversity and appreciation than through books.
By Holly E. Newton
Presidential Books
for a Presidential Holiday
Presidents' Day evokes memories and
images of George Washington and the triumph over the British during
the Revolutionary War.
By Holly E. Newton
Books about Love for Little
Ones
Here are five picture books that will
surely soften any heart and lighten that certain someone's soul.
By Holly E. Newton
Reading
by the Numbers
Counting and math concept books are a wonderful
way to teach about amounts and summations. Books written for the
youngest set of listeners can teach some of the most fundamental
lessons while winding down their day.
By Holly E. Newton
Magical Books for Nature
Lovers
Are you looking for a perfect peaceful
nighttime read? Look no further! This book will surely have you
waiting for the next full moon.
By Holly E. Newton
When Children were Factory Workers
Her hours are long, her only break
is for a 30-minute lunch, and the pay is abysmal. Her boss hovers
over all the women as they struggle to keep their machines sewing
at a brisk rate.
By Holly E. Newton
Politeness and Dragons
January can be the perfect month for
curling up in the warmth of your home and reading a great book.
By Holly E. Newton
Last
Minute Gifts for Children – and for You
Are you looking for last minute gifts?
Here are four books that are so different, unusual and unique that
you may just want to keep them for yourselves!
By Holly E. Newton
Books for the Holidays
Are you looking for some outstanding
Christmas books for this special season? Look no further, because
I have the best and newest books for the holidays.
By Holly E. Newton
Captain Hook and Tiger Woods
Professional golfer Tiger Woods has
a story about how he came to give up his treasured coin collection
at age five for the starving people in Ethiopia. His father taught
him while growing up to "Share and Care."
By Holly E. Newton
Bedtime Adventures
If you read these books at bedtime,
your children will beg to go to bed!
By Holly E. Newton
Books for Christmas for
the Whole Family
Christmas is just around the corner,
and what better time to give gifts of righteous, uplifting and wonderful
books written by LDS authors?
By Holly E. Newton
Snails
and Crocodiles
The speckled eggs hatch into lovely,
lively ducks. The large brown egg, on the other hand, hatches into
an oversized crocodile.
By
Holly E. Newton
Magical Moments
Mr. Norrell decides that half the
life of Miss Wintertowne is better than no life at all, since she
was already dead.
By Holly E. Newton
The Dog that Waited Forever
Hachi continued to show up at exactly
3:00 every day after this sad day, continually searching every passenger
for that familiar face.
By
Holly Newton
Great
Books for Halloween or Any Season
If you have never read James Howe's series
of books starting with Bunnicula, you are truly missing some outstandingly
funny, yet suspenseful, books.
By Holly Newton
A
Joyful Book List for Children
Are you a parent of a new reader?
This is a critical time for children to experience the joys and
independence of reading. But you may be struggling to find a book
that is neither too hard or too easy.
By
Holly E. Newton
Presidential
Facts and Whimsy
Get ready to vote, but first check
out what kinds of pets both candidates own. It could tell you a
lot about them!
By
Holly
Newton
Laughing Out Loud
Are you looking for a funny
book, one that is zany and a bit off kilter, in fact, one that would
be great to be read out loud?
By Holly E. Newton
Books
About Babies
Babies, babies, babies! Everyone loves
to hug them, cuddle them and kiss them. So how about books about
them? Here is a list of the newest and best books available for
families, new siblings, toddlers, and yes, even babies.
By Holly E. Newton
Historical
Fiction for Children
Are you in the mood for a book that
takes you to unknown places and also has historical value? Children
get a better perspective and understanding of history through literature
than through any other medium.
By
Holly E. Newton
The
Young Man and the Sea
Have you ever read a book that is
so filled with compassion and adventure that it completely takes
you away? A young seaman decides to resurrect his Dad's sunken boat.
By
Holly E. Newton
A
Fun Read-Aloud
Parents, are you looking for a great
read aloud that will stimulate, motivate, challenge and entertain
your 10 and older child? Ninjas, Piranhas, and Galileo, by Greg
Leitich Smith, is a story that has all of the great elements needed
to stretch a mind while reading!
By
Holly E. Newton
Climb
Aboard! It’s a Good Time to Read!
Transportation
books seem to fill a child's imagination! Perhaps it's the fact
that children can see these fascinating vehicles outside their car
window. Perhaps it's the way they move, or the sound that they make.
Whatever the reason, there are some great new - and old - picture
books for youngsters on this subject.
By
Holly Newton
Summer Fun, Summer
Not
Summer is waning and that means school
is nearly upon us. For those little ones getting ready to
read, here is a list of some of the very best and newest alphabet
books out on the market today.
By
Holly E. Newton
Olympic Stories of
Excellence
The 2004 Summer Olympics are nearly upon us
and the thrill of
athletic competition, where heroes are made, will soon capture our
hearts.
By
Holly E. Newton
Still
Lots of Summer Left to Read
Have you ever read an exciting, thrilling,
complex fantasy book written by a 15 year old? Have you ever thought
you might need sunglasses to read a book because the pages seem
to have captured some of the sun's light? Give these a try.
By
Holly E. Newton
Read-Aloud Stories for Summer
Summer is the time to slow down, reminisce,
read and tell stories.
By Holly E. Newton
A
Gripping Mystery
Hunchback is a tale so
full of intrigue and trickery that you won’t know who to trust!
By Holly E. Newton
A Page-Turner for Kids
"Once I started the City of Ember,
I couldn't put it down."
By
Holly E. Newton
July
4th Reading for the Kids
What do you think of when you think
about Independence Day? Many patriotic feelings are evoked when
remembering all of those who have died in battle defending America,
as well as those who are currently serving our great country. Here
are some great reads for your children this weekend.
By
Holly E. Newton
Bringing
Lewis and Clark to Life
Two hundred years ago, in the spring
of 1804, Meriwether Lewis and William Clark began their trek into
the unknown. Here's a book for your children about them that they
won't be able to put down.
By
Holly E. Newton
Celebrate
Dads!
It's time to celebrate our fathers
this Sunday and here are some of the best and newest picture books
that will surely bring a smile to your father's face.
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