books for kids
Celebrate with Kids Around the World: Dia de Muertos
Dia de Muertos is probably Mexico's most popular holiday. Dia De Muertos is also known as Day of the Dead. So you can guess what kind of party this is... A celebration of the dead. And it falls just after Halloween. As part of our ongoing Celebrate Kids Around the World series, ...read more
Make Midsommar in Sweden Floral Wreath Craft
Midsommar is also known as Midsummer's Eve or Midsummer's Day. It's the celebration of summer and falls on the longest day of the year. After a long dark winter Midsommar is a time to party! We're inviting you to make a Midsommar floral wreath craft and learn a little more about ...read more
Celebrate With Kids: Christmas Traditions Around the World
There are many different ways to celebrate Christmas around the world. While we know we won't be adopting all these traditions with our kids this year, it was interesting to learn about the different ways other cultures celebrate. I do plan on making mini mince pies during ...read more
Back-to-School Books
We read a lot in our house. We read to the kids, with the kids, and the kids even read to us (well the oldest does anyway). So, naturally when it's back-to-school time we scour our library and Amazon, for books that talk about school. Whether it's the first day of school jitters, ...read more
Celebrate With Kids Around The World: Japanese Children's Day
You probably already know that Mexico celebrates Cinco di Mayo on May 5th, but did you know that Japan celebrates Children's Day on May 5th? Learn more about this festive holiday and how Japanese families celebrate. Related: Summer Camp Out Party What: Kodomo no hi, also known ...read more
Jimmy Fallon Mama Book
Anyone that knows me knows I'm a softie when it comes to books. I put my foot down with my girls on many purchases. I make them wait or spend their allowance money. Not when it comes to books. I think books open the world up to kids. I knew about Jimmy Fallon's Dada book - a ...read more
Diary of a Wimpy Kid Double Down by Jeff Kinney
Just in time for the holidays, Diary of a Wimpy Kid Double Down by Jeff Kinney is now available wherever books are sold! Check out our exclusive interview with the #1 New York Times bestselling author and six-time Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Award winner. Interview Momtrends: Diary ...read more
Brightly - Gifts for Little Readers
We've been reading to both our little ones since before they were even born. We read to them in the womb and we still read to them: board books, picture books, and, now, chapter books. We make the silly voices, we read them the same book a thousand times, and we read to them ...read more
#MTBookChat: Ada Twist, Scientist by Andrea Beaty
TWITTER BOOK CHAT Tuesday, September 20th 1PM ET/10AM PT Hashtags:Â #MTBookChat #AdaTwist Hosts:Â @momtrends @andreabeaty @JenniferVido Come join us for our next monthly Momtrends Virtual Book Chat on Tuesday, September 20th at 1pm ET/ 10 am PT with New York Times bestselling ...read more
#TSMBookClub: Where Do Steam Trains Sleep At Night?, By Brianna Caplan Sayres
Thursday, June 9th @ 1 PM ET / 10 AM PT Hashtags:Â #TSMBookClub #wheredosteamtrainssleep Hosts: @theshoppingmama @BriannaSayres @JenniferVido Mark your calendars for Thursday, June 9th at our new regular time 1 PM ET / 10 AM PT for The Shopping Mama Virtual Book Chat featuring ...read more
#TSMBookClub: The Royal Series by Laura Venos
Thursday, April 14th @ 2PM ET / 11AM PT Hashtags: #TSMBookClub #theroyalseries Hosts: @theshoppingmama @TheRoyalSeries @JenniferVido Mark your calendars for Thursday, April 14th at a special time 2pm ET / 11AM PT for The Shopping Mama Virtual Book Chat featuring children’s ...read more
The Shopping Mama Virtual Book Chat With Sarah Dillard
Monday, January 11th9pm ET / 6pm PT Hashtags:Â #TSMBookClub #MouseScouts #MouseScoutsMakeADifference Hosts: @theshoppingmama @swdillard @randomhousekids @JenniferVido Mark your calendars for Monday, January 11th 9pm ET / 6pm PT to kick off The Shopping Mama Virtual Book Chat ...read more
Story Surprise! A Monthly Book Service for Children
We love to read in our house. We read to both of our children in the womb and continue to read to them as they've grown over the years. From board books to chapter books and educational books, we love them all. Story Surprise is an innovative and fun monthly children's book ...read more
Eden's Wish Virtual Book Chat #TSMBookClub
We couldn't be more excited to host our next Virtual Book Chat Monday night on Twitter. The conversations have been lively, enlightening and there's nothing better than hearing directly from our favorite authors. This month we're celebrating middle grade fiction with M. Tara ...read more
Princess Cupcake Jones Virtual Book Chat #TSMBookClub
It's time for another #TSMBookClub Twitter chat and we are thrilled to welcome author Ylleya Fields of the Princess Cupcake Jones book series. As you know we just love finding and sharing the newest and best books for kids and our monthly Book Club on Twitter gives us the ...read more
5 Tips to Help Kids Stay Connected During Deployment
You probably know that Kate, Jennie and I are all military families. We all have kids and we've all faced the challenges that deployments can bring. While each deployment is different and each kid reacts differently, these are our top 5 tips to help kids stay connected during ...read more
Celebrate With Kids Around The World: Brothers, Sisters, and Raksha Bandhan
There is nothing quite like the bond between a brother and sister. Yes, they may know how to push your buttons and annoy you from time to time, especially as kids. But deep down you know there is nobody that loves you like your brother or sister does. Today's holiday is all ...read more
Ordinary People Change the World: I am Lucille Ball by Brad Meltzer
In today's hectic world, there are lots of extraordinary people doing many amazing things. Yet not too long ago, some ordinary people like you and me had their fair share of successes, too. As parents, it's important for us to teach our children about those brave individuals who ...read more
A Very Squeaky Mystery Book Review (& a giveaway)
Being a mom of three littles means I spend a lot of time reading children's books. Since I am a former teacher, my passion for literacy has inspired a love of reading in each of my children. We love to curl up with a good book and even host our own book chats. We love to come ...read more
10 Picture Books Biographies that Inspire Kids
We love reading books about real, ordinary people who do extraordinary things. It all started when we bought our daughter the book "I Am...Amelia Earhart" by Brad Meltzer. Our then 5 year old became enthralled with the whole story of Amelia Earhart. It became all about woman ...read more
New Book Series: Glitterbelle
We just discovered the sweetest new book series called Glitterbelle. WE love how this princess is smart, independent and loves riding her scooter and spending time with her best friends. The series follows her sparkly and glittery adventures through beautifully constructed ...read more
Beautifully Illustrated New Children's Books
We love the bedtime story reading ritual with our kids. It is an incredible way to relax and get swept away in a world of imagination and wonder. We recently came across some beautifully illustrated stories that captures the magic of their respective stories, and offers a way ...read more
Charming New Book Series: Charlie Girl
The bedtime ritual is one of our favorite parts of the night. We love classic tales, but we also love modern and new favorites with one of our favorite new series being, Charlie Girl. Created by Elizabeth Frogel, founder of CenturyMom, a NYC-based fashion consignment ...read more
Book Club Picks: Favorites for Back-to-School
As the school year quickly approaches, now is the time to equip our kids with the right tools in order to facilitate a smooth transition. Many preschoolers will be heading into the classroom for the first time adorned with trendy backpacks and cool lunchboxes. Along with the ...read more