Looking for some children’s books that can help kids get comfortable with the idea of heading off to school? Try these 5 great books about back to school!
5 Great Back to School Books for Kids
Books about Camp and Camping for Kids of all Ages
Lots of kids are heading to summer camp for the first time this year or even going camping with their families! One of the best ways to introduce your child to a new adventure at camp is to read them some books about all the fun they can have at camp. Here are 7 book ideas for preschoolers to older kids.
Please, Mr. Panda – a great read for preschoolers
Teaching your child about manners usually starts at the preschool age – when little ones can start remembering the ‘magic words’ when they ask for something. Please, Mr. Panda is an endearing way to drive this point home with your preschooler!
By Ally Cooper
Books about Easter for Kids of All Ages
We love books that celebrate holidays! Try our picks for the best books for your baby, toddler, preschooler and school-age child about the true meaning of Easter, the Easter bunny and lots of family traditions!
The Duck Says is Funny and Clever
The Duck Says by Troy Wilson is a charmingly illustrated tale of a Duck who says much more than just ‘quack!’ Preschoolers and toddlers will enjoy the rhyming verse and all of the animals (and bees!) that the Duck meets along the way
Reviewed by Ally Cooper
Raise A Voracious Reader: Kids’ Books About Food
Learning about food groups is part of the Kindergarten curriculum – and let’s face it, a lot of little people’s (and parents’) lives revolve around getting them to eat healthy food! So why not start as early as possible, and make it fun with some great books to introduce babies and toddlers to food pictures, vocabulary and healthy choices? Many of these books also bring animals into the mix for some fun!
Pig the Pug Gives Preschoolers A Lesson In Sharing
Teaching toddlers and preschoolers to share is perhaps one of the least enjoyable parts of parenting! After all, mommy doesn’t share her toys with her friends, does she? Moms, Dads, and little ones will relate to Pig the Pug, who has to learn the hard way that sharing is part of life (until you’re old enough to buy your own ‘stuff’!)
by Ally Cooper
(she doesn’t like to share either)
4 great books about Penguins
Penguin-themed crafts and activities abound at momstown this month – from Happy Feet to Madagascar, what child doesn’t love quirky, fuzzy, cute penguins? We’ve got a great list of books to read with your toddler or preschooler – all about penguins and the fun they have in the winter!
Look, Ma: It’s Family Literacy Day!
Whether you’re broadening your horizons or going for a quick junk-food hit of escapism, there is no better getaway than a good read. Here is momstown’s roundup of fun and fantastic ways to help pass on the love of reading to your kids, on the eve of Family Literacy Day
Books about Snowmen and Mittens
Winter is most definitely upon us and with it comes (hopefully) a chance to build a snowman or two, (definitely) the struggle to keep mittens ON, and (optimistically) time to enjoy the season! We’ve got some great books to recommend to celebrate snowmen, winter, and yes those obligatory mittens!
by Ally Cooper
Robert Munsch’s Pajama Day Entertains Kids Of All Ages
Robert Munsch is a favourite of so many children, and one of the best things about his books is that they truly have something for all ages! From toddler to school age, re-reading Munsch favourites from the bookshelf is a tradition in many households. Pajama Day captures the silly, relatable fun that is classic Munsch!
by Ally Cooper
Dashing Through the Snow A Canadian Jingle Bells: Book Review
Canadian kids young and old will love this brand-new Canadian twist on Jingle Bells. From the authors who brought you A Porcupine in a Pine Tree comes the next classic book that you’ll want to bring out year after year. Just see if you can read this without singing along!
By Ally Cooper
5 Great Gingerbread Stories for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Children love the classic tale of the Gingerbread man who ran and ran and ran . . . and Christmastime, when the edible gingerbread comes out, is a perfect time to celebrate gingerbread stories. We love the classic tale, but we’ve also found some twists on the traditional story, including a Gingerbread Bunny, a Gingerbread Girl, and a Gingerbread Baby. Choose from these books for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers
By Ally Cooper
Books about Bears for Kids of All Ages
This month momstown moms and kids are excited to learn about bears with crafts, silly snacks and even reading books about different kinds of bears. Here are our favourite books about bears for kids of all ages.
Dinosaur Books for Kids of All Ages
momstown moms and kids will be learning all about Dinosaurs this month at all of our events across Canada, including our Tales for Tots programs! Since literacy is such an important Pillar at momstown, we wanted to share our picks for the best Dino books for kids of all ages!
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