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My Favorite Books of the Year (A Very Accidental Middle-Grade Reading Year)
Every December I love looking back at the books that stayed with me, the ones I kept thinking about while folding laundry, stirring soup, or staring off into space while my kids play at a park. This year surprised me. Somehow, the books that touched me the most weren’t the big new adult releases… they…
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Books We Read Aloud in Our Homeschool This Year (2024–2025)
One of my favorite parts of homeschooling is the time we spend reading aloud. Whether we’re curled up on the couch after lunch or listening during quiet play, shared stories bring us closer. This year’s read-aloud list was full of adventure, laughter, and plenty of cozy moments. Some books were familiar favorites, some were part…
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Free Printable Summer Book Bingo for Kids
Welcome to the first post in my Simple Summer 2025 series, a collection of easy or easy-ish activities to help your family slow down, connect, and make the most of the summer months. Whether you’re homeschooling year-round or just looking to build a little rhythm into long summer days, these ideas are designed to be…
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Books That Have Changed My Life
Some books are simply enjoyable. Others fade from memory soon after you close the cover. But every once in a while, a book changes you. It lingers in your thoughts, shifts your perspective, and quietly becomes part of the way you move through the world. I’ve read many books I’ve loved, but a handful have…
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15 Favorite Biographical Picture Books
One of the best ways to introduce kids to history, innovation, and perseverance is through beautifully crafted picture books based on real lives. Most libraries have a junior biographical section these days, and I highly suggest checking it out! These books bring remarkable individuals to life, making their stories accessible and inspiring for young readers.…
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First Grade Book List
This list is ever-evolving. Feel free to message/comment and let me know what you think. If you’re looking for my other book lists, click HERE. 1. The Mercy Watson Series by Kate DiCamilloMercy, a lovable pig with a big personality, lives with the Watsons and gets into amusing misadventures. (Early Chapter Book) 2. The Never…
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Must-Read Books for Kindergarten
Kindergarten is tricky, because reading levels can vary so wildly. One of my daughters was on a second or third grade reading level in kinder while another was very much a beginning reader. I put together a list of classic, beginning literature plus fun picture books that are easy enough for a more advanced reader…
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My Top 10 Favorite Books of 2024
As 2024 comes to a close, I’m reflecting on all the stories that have kept me up late, made me laugh out loud, or tugged at my heartstrings. From heartwarming fiction to intriguing memoirs, this year’s reading list has been nothing short of spectacular. Here are my top ten favorite reads of the year and…
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Favorite Fall Books for Kids
Our home is full of books, and I love to put a big basket of “themed” books for the seasons and holidays out for the kids to have access to. Here is what is in this year’s Autumn-themed basket: The Thanksgiving Bowl by Virginia Kroll Ever wondered what happens to that big, empty bowl once…
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