Book of the Day

Tickle Monster by Josie Bissett.  Abby got this book from some dear friends of ours at her Pre-K graduation and it quickly became one of our favorites.  I love it because it is a playful, silly story that requires you to really interact with your children (aka: tickle!) while reading.  Both of my kiddos giggle and laugh through the whole story! 

And to add icing to the cake...

...there are even mitts that you can purchase to really get into the spirit of the book!  I just found out that they make these so I will probably be buying them very soon.

If you have young children or know someone who does, I highly recommend getting this book.  You won't be disappointed!

Book of the Day

I love to read so when I come across a really good book, I just have to share it.  Here is one I read this past summer that I loved.

Shanghai Girls by Lisa See.  This is truly a great read.  It is a powerfully emotional story about two Chinese immigrant sisters and their journey to a new life.  It is both heartwrenching and heartwarming at the same time.  Some of it was emotionally difficult to read, but it is one of those books that changed my perspective.  I highly recommend it. 

This is the first book from Lisa See that I've read, but I plan to read all of her novels eventually.

I'm also a fan of Denise Hildreth, author of THIS cute series.  I have read all of her books except this one:

Hurricanes in Paradise.  I've been trying to get this one from my local library for the past few months, and it's always checked out.  I even put it on reserve and still haven't got it yet.  I might just have to break down and buy it.

What are some of your favorite book recommendations?

Book of the Day

Tonight's bedtime book is Scarecrow Pete by Mark Kimball Moulton.  It was highlighted at the library this past week and the illustrations are great, so I decided to get it.  I'm always searching for and collecting good children's literature for my kids and also to have when I finish student teaching and have my own classroom.

When went to A&D bookstore earlier to try and find a good family bible study.  No luck.  We've been searching for a while for something good to follow, especially for families with young children.  If anyone has any suggestions, please let me know! 

We did find a new bible and bible holder for Abby.  We searched forever and finally settled on this bible.  It is large print and easy to read.  Abby really wanted one of the "fancy" girls' study bibles, but we looked through them and didn't like what we saw.  She's just thrilled to have the bible holder.  : )

Happy Tuesday!!