Babies · Children's Literature

Best Read-Aloud Books for Babies

As a haggard, weathered storytime librarian of the babies ages 0-14 months, group read-alouds need to be simple (in text and illustration) or a way to connect and celebrate new parenthood. These two types of books rarely cross paths, so both types often alternate at my baby storytime. [Also to note: I read-aloud one book… Continue reading Best Read-Aloud Books for Babies

Children's Literature · Toddlers

Best series books for 2-3 year olds

Books that feature the same characters are an excellent way to give toddlers the repetition they crave while providing them with a touch of variance. Leslie Patricelli's Baby series SUMMARY Solid color backgrounds and baby's simply memorable drawing are a perfect place to start 18 month olds on a very robust book series that can… Continue reading Best series books for 2-3 year olds