Autobiographical books and their impact.

June 26, 2020.Reading time 4 minutes.

These two books are EXTRAORDINARY reads for kids in grades 7-9.

My oldest is an incoming 7th grader and is currently reading Hey, Kiddo by Jarrett Krosoczka. He is absolutely loving it!

My oldest’s love for reading didn’t come instantaneously. He is my math and science lover. When he was a second grader, I perceived that he always preferred a comic book—Captain Underpants—or facts, but didn’t exactly love to pick up books. However, this mama never gives up! I was—and still am—relentless in the pursuit of helping him find books to spark interest in reading. Read More

The importance of dystopian literature

June 23, 2020.Reading time 4 minutes.

I have kids in 3 completely different stages of reading and I love nurturing plus growing each stage of literacy.

I introduced The Giver to my oldest when he was in 5th grade and that was the commencement of his love for dystopian and science fiction—which happens to also be his mama’s favorite genres of literature!

He has been begging me to let him read my favorite book in these genres—Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury. I keep explaining that even though he is a mature 12 year old, some of the storyline is not appropriate for his age. He will have to wait until high school—sorry buddy.

Dystopian literature is an important genre for young minds to read—it offers a vision of the future by exploring the dangerous effects of political and social structures on humanity.
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Navigating emotional development in young children.

June 19, 2020.Reading time less than 1 minute.

Do you have a little one who tends to “wreck” other’s creations? Toddlers and preschoolers are often learning how to navigate emotional development and awareness. It’s one tough job! This book is a dinotastic way to help our young ones comprehend not only emotions, but empathy, self-control, and compassion.