The holiday season is the perfect time to dive into the magic of stories and this year I’m celebrating the holidays by sharing read alouds of both Hanukkah & Christmas picture books! In this video I’m reading ELMORE THE CHRISTMAS MOOSE by author Dev Petty and illustrated by Mike Boldt. A sweet, witty and heartfelt story that's sure to become a classic holiday tale! Enjoy!
Title: ELMORE THE CHRISTMAS MOOSE
Author: Dev Petty
Illustrator: Mike Boldt
Publisher: Doubleday Books for Young Readers a division of Alfred A. Knopf Publishing
Hi Book Friends! Reading stories to kids is one of my favorite things to do, and when I was introduced to the new picture book, WHEN DIGZ THE DOG MET ZURL THE SQUIRREL: A SHORT TALE ABOUT A SHORT TAIL, I knew I had to share it! Written by the one-and-only award-winning actor, singer, and author Chris Pine and illustrated by Chuck Groenink, this is a sweet and meaningful story that highlights themes of acceptance and kindness, and shows readers of all ages that friendship can be found in the most unexpected places and with whom we never thought possible! A story filled with hugs and heart!
Title: WHEN DIGZ THE DOG MET ZURL THE SQUIRREL: A SHORT TALE ABOUT A SHORT TAIL
Author: Chris Pine Author
Illustrator: Chuck Groenink
Publisher: Flamingo Books is an imprint of Penguin Random House, LLC
It's Hispanic Heritage Month and to celebrate, I'm reading the new picture book, BOOKIE & COOKIE by author and illustrator Blanca Gómez. Bookie & Cookie is a sweet story about friendship. It's also a story about overcoming your fears, coping with change, and what you'll do for those you care about. Your friends and your family! Bookie and Cookie are two of my favorite protagonists in picture books, I'm grateful for Blanca for writing and illustrating such kindhearted story! Title: COOKIE & BOOKIE Author & Illustrator: Blanca Gómez Publisher: Rocky Pond Books, an imprint of Penguin Random House, LLC
As National Hispanic Heritage Month begins today, I welcome you to my Spanish Read Aloud of the sweet Picture Book, “Algo, algún día” (Something, Someday) by author Amanda Gorman and illustrated by Caldecott Honor-winner Christian Robinson. “Algo, algún día” is a simple yet deeply meaningful story that shows how possible it is for one person, one child, to make a big impact in our world. Author Amanda Gorman shows young readers that we never know just how much we can do, until we try. My Spanish may not be 100% yet, but I’ll continue trying & doing my best. Thank you for watching. Publisher: Viking Books For Young Readers Title: “Algo, algún día” (Something, Someday) Author: Amanda Gorman Illustrator: Christian Robinson
In honor of Grandparents Day, I’m reading aloud the picture book, “I MISS YOU MOST” by Author Charlotte Cheng and illustrated by Xindi Yan. I MISS YOU MOST shares a very special and heartwarming message about keeping the love and memories of those we’ve loved and lost, close to our hearts & minds. Filled with touching illustrations & meaningful words, I MISS YOU MOST is a story that kids (and grownups) will cherish & I dedicate this heartfelt story to my great grandpa Oscar. Tittle: I MISS YOU MOST Author: Illustrator: Publisher: Rocky Pond Books, Penguin’s newest children’s and YA imprint
SPARKLE BOY is a sweet & impactful picture book that warmed my heart and a story I had to share! Written by author Lesléa Newman & illustrated by Maria Mola, SPARKLE BOY shares the message that EVERYONE deserves to shine and sparkle in any way they choose! A social justice children's story that teaches compassion & acceptance and is the perfect example of what diversity & inclusion can look like in picture books! parents teachers librarians & bookstores this is a must story! Published by Lee & Low Books ❤️📚
What do you think of when you spot a yellow bus? THE YELLOW BUS by Loren Long, a #1 New York Times Bestselling Author and Illustrator is a picture book that will open your heart to all the amazing adventures life has in store. A story that beautifully shows how, when one door closes, another one can open up to all new possibilities. A sweet story with gorgeously detailed pictures! A # 1 New York Times Bestseller!
Words & Art by: Loren Long
Published by: Roaring Book Press a subsidiary of Macmillan Publishers
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In honor of Chronic Disease Day I read aloud the picture book, MY MOM IS NOT A SUPERHERO by author Darcie Naslund and illustrated by Dania El Khatib. This meaningful story teaches understanding and empathy on the Autoimmune Disease, Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Be sure to watch my read aloud and find out more. MY MOM IS NOT A SUPERHERO is an important book to add to your home, school or Classroom library.
I love celebrating picture books and THIS IS A STORY by author John Schu and illustrated by Lauren Castillo is a story that will warm your heart and remind you of just how important and special picture books are for readers of all ages. THIS IS A STORY is a sweet book that shares all the joy of reading and the beauty of books. I loved this picture book, and I can guarantee you will too! Thanks for watching my read aloud of THIS IS A STORY. If you enjoyed this video, please give it a LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to my channel.
THIS IS A STORY
Author: John Schu
Illustrator: Lauren Castillo
Publisher: Candlewick
Happy Juneteenth! In honor of this special day, I baked some delicious “Sweet Potato Pie Bars” to celebrate & share with my family. Thank you to author Alliah L. Agostini and Chef Taffy Elrod for crafting “THE JUNETEENTH COOKBOOK: RECIPES AND ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS AND FAMILIES TO CELEBRATE,” a tasty & informative cook book! Its pages are filled with easy to follow recipes, as well as interesting & important historical facts. I highly recommend you check out this read for Juneteenth & beyond!
GUESS HOW MUCH I LOVE YOU, written by author Sam McBratney and Illustrated by Anita Jeram is truly the perfect Father’s Day read. This is a loving tale, one my dad has read to me many times ever since I was a baby. I have truly fond and beloved memories of GUESS HOW MUCH I LOVE YOU! Happy father’s day to my amazing dad, and all the dads watching! Title: GUESS HOW MUCH I LOVE YOU Written by author Sam McBratney Illustrated by Anita Jeram Published by Candlewick
Happy Pride Month It’s time to highlight a story that’s heartfelt and empowering, yet an important teaching tool too. It's clear to me, that author Rob Sanders & artist Harry Woodgate molded this beautiful, hopeful, and inspiring picture book into existence, page by page, illustration by illustration, and poem by poem, with endless love and care. QUEER & FEARLESS: POEMS CELEBRATING THE LIVES OF LGBTQ+ HEROES honors the lives of so many extraordinary LGBTQIA+ heroes & shares the details of their groundbreaking work for readers of all ages to enjoy, celebrate, and learn from.
Welcome to my read aloud of I HAVE A SUPERPOWER! I HAVE A SUPERPOWER is an inspiring, smile filled story that kids, and even adults, are sure to love! With messages of empowerment, kindness, and self love, not to mention, written by basketball legend and author Stephen Curry, I HAVE A SUPERPOWER is a story that will warm hearts and put smiles on the faces of all who read it! With bold and colorful, come to life art by award-winning illustrator Geneva Bowers, I HAVE A SUPERPOWER is a picture book I know teachers and librarians will love to share with their students! Parents will love it too! Title: I HAVE A SUPERPOWER Author: Stephen Curry Illustrator: Geneva Bowers Publisher: Penguin Workshop
It's Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and I'm celebrating by reading aloud the meaningful and touching picture book WATERCRESS, written by award-winning author Andrea Wang and art by celebrated author and Illustrator Jason Chin. This is a story filled with heart and tears. We all need to read WATERCRESS and remember where our families come from. As I described it in my read aloud, WATERCRESS is both a heartwarming and heartbreaking read, truly one I won't forget. I promise you will cherish this illustrious and powerful read in your home! What's more, I'm interviewing author Andrea Wang, so be sure to check out our talk. A big thank you to Holiday House Publishing for gifting me a signed copy of this beautiful story.
I'm dedicating this video to all the moms out there, especially my amazing mom. This is my Mother's Day read aloud of the picture book, I NEVER SAW MY MOM'S CAPE, BUT..., co-authored by a wonderful writing family who've crafted the sweetest stories. Authors Skyler Farasat (youth author), Payel Farasat (Mom), and Joe Farasat (Dad). Skyler, at just nine years old, co-wrote I NEVER SAW MY MOM'S CAPE, BUT... and three other heartwarming stories, and in honor of Mother’s Day, I'm reading aloud, Skye & Fam's, I NEVER SAW MY MOM'S CAPE, BUT... because it's a story that reminds us of all the kind gestures, big and small, that our moms (and caregivers) do for their families every single day. Happy Mother's Day! Let's remember to celebrate moms & caregivers every single day!
As Jews all over the world observe Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, I honor this important & somber day by reading a story that demonstrates the power of hope, THE TREE OF LIFE: HOW A HOLOCASUT SAPLING INSPIRED THE WORLD by award-winning author Elisa Boxer and illustrated by Alianna Rozentsveig. This is a story of how one small tree sapling inspired hope and survival to children during the Holocaust. A story that reminds us, today and always, that we must always find HOPE in our darkest of times. NOW more than ever, we must NEVER FORGET and WE MUST STAY STRONG and WE MUST KEEP HOPE ALIVE!
This is the perfect Woman’s History Month picture book, and a story I firmly believe needs be in every classroom and library! GO FORTH AND TELL, THE LIFE OF AUGUSTA BAKER, LIBRARIAN AND MASTER STORYTELLER by author Breanna J. McDaniel, and illustrated by April Harrison, is a truly remarkable and inspirational tale! It details the powerful waves of change and progress that Augusta Baker carved into the library industry. A book that celebrates the impact even one person can make, when passion and determination lead the way! Let's continue what Augusta started & lead the fight for change! Follow author Breanna J. McDaniel’s book journey here: www.breannajmcdaniel.com
In honor of March 1st being ZERO DISCRIMINATION DAY and to celebrate NATIONAL READ ACROSS AMERICA DAY, I’m reading the thoughtful & thought-provoking picture book GOODNIGHT RACISM by award-winning author Ibram X. Kendi and illustrated by Cbabi Bayoc. What’s more, thanks to First Book I’ll be sharing dozens of these beautiful stories in Little Free Libraries & school libraries all around my community! GOODNIGHT RACISM is a heartfelt & inclusive book that needs to be shared with all kids & even adults. I love & appreciate this story so much!
I’m celebrating this beautiful #PB SEOUL FOOD by Erin Danielle Russell, illustrated by Tamisha Anthony! This is a multicultural & generational tale & a perfect book to read aloud in classrooms and libraries! Follow Erin Danielle Russell's writing journey on social media and on her website at: www.erindrussell-author.com
Watch my read aloud of the gorgeous, energetic & lyrically joyful story, MY BLOCK LOOKS LIKE, a new picture book written by author Janelle Harper and illustrated by two-time Coretta Scott King Award-Winner Frank Morrison. MY BLOCK LOOKS LIKE is a story that will be loved by classrooms of kids everywhere! A book that reads like a song and celebrates all the colors of the rainbow! Teachers, Librarians, parents, and picture book lovers everywhere, I can’t recommend this story enough! A book that will be cherished and read over & over again! 10/10!
MY BLOCK LOOKS LIKE
Published by Viking, A division of Penguin Random House
DOP: January 2, 2024
Pages: 40
Happy World Read Aloud Day! In honor of this reading celebration, I’ve chosen to read about the legendary & world renowned philanthropist, TV Icon, and champion of literacy, Oprah Winfrey! Enjoy my read aloud of “Oprah Winfrey: A Little Golden Book Biography,” a picture book by the talented author Alliah L. Agostini. 10/10 An important & meaningful read!
It’s the holiday season & the perfect time to share a sneak peek into the fun filled, heartwarming & charming story, BUFFALO FLUFFALO! A darling picture book coming out in January 2024 that you & your kids are sure to love! Full of silly rhymes & lovable characters, BUFFALO FLUFFALO is the perfect read aloud for picture book lovers of all ages! Written by Emmy-nominated comedy writer & bestselling Bess Kalb& illustrated by Erin Kraan.
I highly recommend finding a copy of this very silly & sweet story as soon as it's available. 10/10 read!
I just discovered the wonderful picture book, A NEW DAY, written by author Brad Meltzer and illustrated by author & illustrator Dan Santat! A NEW DAY is a story filled with so much sweetness, silliness, and meaning. And, the story comes to life with incredibly bold, colorful and expressive illustrations! I absolutely loved this story and I know you and your kids will too! A perfect book for a class read aloud or special story time!
November is Alzheimers Awareness Month & the perfect time to share a sneak peek into the heartfelt picture book, I’LL REMEMBER, POPPY by Anne O’Brien Carelli, a meaningful story that dives into the complex & compassionate relationship between a grandfather with Dementia & his grandchild. If you or someone you love is dealing with Alzheimer's remember to love them with all you have & share this book
It's READ FOR THE RECORD Day 2023 and this year's read aloud is the heartfelt picture book “WITH LOTS OF LOVE” by author Jenny Sanchez Torres. WITH LOTS OF LOVE, is the very touching story of Rocio, a young girl who moves from her familiar home, cousins and beloved abuela (grandmother) in Central America, to her new home and life in the United States. I was so happy to spend my morning reading to a class of amazing second graders who loved this beautiful story as much as I do. READ FOR THE RECORD is a time to celebrate early literacy and I'm honored to be Joining over 2 million readers and thousands of classrooms and libraries from all over as we come together and Read For The Record!
Parents, preschool teachers & kids are going to love this heartwarming read! Author Josh Funk’s beloved story made me smile widely! Watch as I share a sneak peak into Josh's newest picture book DEAR UNICORN, and be ready to feel all the happy feels! A story that teaches us that we don't have to look the same to feel the same, and love the same things! A sweet picture book that celebrates art and written with all kinds in mind! Written by Josh Funk Illustrated by Charles Santoso, Published by Viking Books Be sure to order a copy of this wonderful book from your local bookstore, or find it at your local library to at: www.worldcat.org
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I’m proud to share a peek into RUTH FIRST NEVER BACKED DOWN, a meaningful & important picture book written by author Danielle Joseph & illustrated by Gabhor Utomo. This is such an important story about a brave Jewish girl who stood up for what she believed when so many were not willing, or too afraid, to use their voice! Ruth First was born in South Africa, under the system of apartheid, where Black people had fewer rights than White people. Many looked the other way, but Ruth could not stay quiet about the injustice, and helped to change the world. This is the story of how “Ruth First Never Backed Down!” Publication Date: November 7, 2023 Publisher: Kar-Ben Publishing You can purchase your own copy or follow this link and find it at your nearest library : https://www.worldcat.org/
In this video I share a reading glimpse into the sweet picture book, PEBBLES AND THE BIGGEST NUMBER, written & published (2023) by Joey Benun and Illustrated by Laura Watson! From the moment you pick up a copy of this bright & colorful story, you and your kids will be mesmerized by PEBBLES AND THE BIGGEST NUMBER'S bold & beautiful illustrations! This book was a collaborative effort that many put their heart and soul into, and I'm so glad they did! Pebbles, the curious butterfly, travels the world in search of the biggest number! A picture book filled with heart and knowledge! If you want to get your kids excited about math & science from a young age, I recommend sharing PEBBLES AND THE BIGGEST NUMBER! Thanks to Author Joey Benun for introducing the world to Pebbles! You can purchase your own copy or follow this link and find it at your nearest library : https://www.worldcat.org/
In this video I’m celebrating the book birthday of the wonderful picture book, OUT AND ABOUT: A TALE OF GIVING by the amazing author Liza Wiemer! Watch as I share a sneak peek into this sweet, meaningful & Jewish themed story aloud!
Written by author Liza Wiemer
Illustrated by Margeaux Lucas
Published by Kalaniot Books
In this video I share a peek into two of author Gabrielle Balkin's sweet picture books. First, you'll get a glimpse into Gabrielle's newest picture book, WHAT A MAP CAN DO, a story that introduces kids to the wonderful world of maps. Second, I'm sharing a short read from Gabrielle's story, GEORGIA O'KEEFE: SHE SAW THE WORLD IN A FLOWER, a look into the colorful world of one of American's most famous female artists! Gabrielle Balkan is best known for non-fiction books that are filled with curious and essential facts that are sure to keep kids engaged, entertained, and most importantly learning! Gabrielle Balkan's books are sure to inspire your kids to want to read more! To find these books at your local library click here & find it on WorldCat.org at https://worldcat.org/en/title/1350081228 Book Info: WHAT A MAP CAN DO, Words by Gabrielle Balkan Art by Alberto Lot Published by Penguin Workshop, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC GEORGIA O'KEEFE: SHE SAW THE WORLD IN A FLOWER (What The Artist Saw Collection) Written by Gabrielle Balkan Illustrated by Josy Bloggs Created in full collaboration with The Metropolitan Museum of Art Published by Dorling Kindersley (DK)
I loved reading APPLES APPLES, ALL YEAR ROUND! A picture book, written by the author duo of Barbara Beitz & June Sobel, perfectly encapsulates the significance of apples in Jewish culture. A sweet read to go along with a sweet fruit! If you’re looking for a special story that tells the tales of every Jewish holiday, in an easy-to-read book, APPLES APPLES, ALL YEAR ROUND is perfect for you! Published by Behrman House
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Come share Bear and Ellen’s adventure as they find new ways to search for the perfect book for Bear! A sweet & lovable picture book that kids are sure to enjoy! Written by Ellen L. Ramsey, Illustrated by MacKenzie Haley & published by Flamingo Books, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC.
In this video, I read aloud the heartwarming picture book, GOOD MORNING SUNSHINE: THE JOEY MOSS STORY, by Canadian author Lorna Schultz Nicholson and Illustrated by Alice Carter. A sweet uplifting & inclusive true story about Edmonton hero Joey Moss. Born with Down Syndrome in the 1960’s when people weren’t as informed, Joey showed the world just what it means to be a light in the darkness, a rainbow in the world’s cloud. Joey worked most his adult life as part of the Oilers hockey organization & touched the lives of many! GOOD MORNING SUNSHINE is a picture book you will absolutely love! Watch my video of this 2022 story, published by SLEEPING BEAR PRESS, and then find your own copy to read aloud, to share your own light!
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In this video, I read aloud the diverse picture book, BRAND-NEW BUBBE, by author Sarah Aronson, and illustrated by Ariel Landry. Can Jillian make room in her heart for one more grandma? Watch my read aloud of this 2022 picture book and find out! BRAND NEW BUBBE is a wonderfully diverse read, with themes of family, cultures, and includes some Jewish references. And, here’s a little hint to help as you listen along to this sweet tale: The words, ‘BUBBE” and “Noni” mean grandma! I hope you enjoy!
In Author Chris Eliopoulos’ eye catching and thoughtful picture book, A LITTLE EMOTIONAL, kids learn how easy can be to let our emotions get the better of us and how it’s always important to try and not jump to conclusions. Through Chris’s bold illustrations and relatable story, A LITTLE EMOTIONAL also teaches us that kindness can go a long way! A LITTLE EMOTIONAL is a story that even some adults can learn from!
In this video, I read aloud the picture book ⭐️The Stars That Shine For You⭐️, by author Rishma Govani and published by Global Bookshelves International. Written In honour of her beloved late husband, author Rishma Govani takes a poetic approach highlighting the diverse practices and traditions of dealing with grief from around the world.
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