Beyond the Book: Be a King
Be a King: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Dream and You by Carole Boston Weatherford Book Summary Be a King: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Dream and You by Carole Boston Weatherford encourages young children to be a King in … Continued
3 Literacy Activities To Keep Busy Over Winter Break
Many parents have their preschoolers home from school over the winter break. Now that all of the Christmas presents have been opened, you may be looking for some fun (and inexpensive) literacy activities to keep your little one busy that … Continued
Behind the Book: Serena Minott
This week we’re going Behind the Book with Serena Minott, author of the The Amazing Adventures of Aya and Pete series. We recently read Aya & Pete in Paris and fell in love with the characters. Maya is obsessed with … Continued
Beyond the Book: Grandma’s Tiny House
Grandma’s Tiny House by JaNay Brown-Wood Book Summary: Grandma’s Tiny House is a fun counting story that is sure to make your little ones hungry as they count the items on each vibrant page. Grandma loves to invite her family, … Continued
Behind the Book: Yessenia Hernandez
Our week of giveaways is continuing with Yesenia Hernandez, author of Mommy Do My Hair. Yesenia resides in Charlotte,NC (a city close to my heart) and owns SenKay Natural Hair Studio. I always love books that celebrate little girls embracing … Continued
Behind the Book: Chiquanda Tillie
Our 1000 followers on Instagram celebration continues today with an interview and giveaway from author and illustrator Chiquanda Tillie of Tickle Me Purple, a company that specializes in ridiculously cute handmade creations. We recently read Zoey’s World: Search for the Perfect Snack … Continued
Behind the Book: Davina Hamilton
A few days ago we surpassed 1000 followers on Instagram, so it’s time for a celebration! We’ll feature several authors over the next few days who are partnering with us for giveaways. Up first is journalist and London native, Davina … Continued
Behind the Book: D. Lovelitt
D. Lovelitt is the author of Amina Arnae and Her Poofy Hair. In her debut book for the Amina Arnae series, Amina is upset because her hair looks different from the other girls at school and the boys make fun of … Continued
Slide Into Summer Reading Challenge
Have you ever heard of the summer slide? Educators refer to the loss of knowledge and skills when school is out as the summer slide. Research has shown that children spend less time reading when school is out, which can … Continued
Behind the Book: LaMont Joseph
I had the pleasure of interviewing new author, LaMont Joseph, for our Behind the Book series. LaMont is a Charlotte, NC native and owner of La’Johns Grooming barber shop, as well as C.A.N.S. for Cuts, a nonprofit organization. His first … Continued