Safe Book Reviews
Brudders Learns How to Make Friends
“So when you meet someone new, one thing you must know. It’s important to understand them, and your friendship will grow.” This advice is valuable
Time For A Hug
This has been hands down one of my favorite books to read with my toddlers. It’s fun and easy to read because of the rhythmic
What Should Danny Do?
“…my most important superpower of all is my POWER TO CHOOSE. With this power, I can change my day by changing my choices.” The message
Nothing’s Wrong!
When Anders bakes a pie for his friend Jeff and it goes terribly wrong, what happens next? Well Anders doesn’t want to fess up to
Bear’s House of Books
When four friends go in search of a new picture book, they actually find one under a bush! That leads them on a new adventure.
The Circles In The Sky
This children’s picture book is about grief and loss. It is beautiful. We recently had a loss in our family and talking about death with
You’re Always Enough and More Than I Hoped For
“For God above made no mistakes when He was making you. He made you tender, tough, and bold, fantastic through and through. He knew precisely
Mommy, Mommy, Where is the Moon?
What I like about this book is that it reminds me so much of my kids. My son was obsessed with the moon, stars, and
Moose’s Book Bus
Funny story, I saw this post on instagram of a book store on a truck. (@cincybookbus) I thought the idea was so delightful. I have
Fern and Otto: A Story About Two Best Friends
Sometimes coming home is the best part of leaving. After a business trip away I know that coming home to my family is definitely the
The Candy Dish
“The girl thought to herself, “Each day is much like this. Each day is a gift…with a bit of magic. It is ours to enjoy,
Hortense and the Shadow
It’s October and I probably won’t be doing all Fall or all Halloween books. But I think this book would fit into a “Spooky” shelf
Ruthie and the (Not So) Teeny Tiny Lie
Ruthie loves tiny things so when she finds a teeny tiny camera during recess she starts to play with it. When a classmate claims that
The Mouse Who Carried A House On His Back
“Vincent was a mouse with boots on his feet, a hat on his head, and a house on his back.” Vincent always knew where he
Just a Worm
This book is all about a little worm trying to find value in his place in the world. He’s just a worm after all. After
Fireflies
Do you feel like tearing up a little bit over a story about a family sticking together through adversity while being exposed to your own
Beginning
New baby shower book alert. This book may not have a baby in it, but it is the sweetest poem about beginnings which definitely feels
Calpurnia Tate, Girl Vet
I picked up these books for my niece who loves animals. These books are historical fiction based around 1900 about a girl who loves animals
Moomintroll Sets Sail
Apparently Moomins are a thing that Americans know nothing about. I found this big beautiful book in the resale bookstore and thought it looked intriguing.
How Big is Your Brave?
Guys, this book is on major sale right now for less than $6!!! Just FYI. Great gift to have on hand! Here is a story
At the Library: A Shine-A-Light Book
We love the Shine-A-Light books! They are a fun interactive way to read a book. We grab a flashlight and read along. On every page,
The Loud Librarian
‘“It’s Monday,” said Mr. Park. “Time to select our new student-librarian!” Penelope teetered on the edge of her seat.” Auggie got to be the student
A Big Surprise for Little Card
What if a little card and a long card got their jobs as library card and birthday card mixed up? Little Card may have gotten
The Library Fish Learns to Read
“Library Fish loved her home on the desk of Mr. Hughes, the librarian. It was the perfect place to welcome every visitor to the library.
I Had a Favorite Dress
“I had a favorite dress that was my favoritest dress ever. I wore it every Tuesday, because that was my favorite day of the week.”
Swashby and the Sea
“Captain Swashby loved the sea. The sea and he had been friends for a long, long time. She knew him in and out, up and
Follow the Line to School
“School is starting, how exciting. Music, reading math, and writing. Lunchtime, recess, art, and more. Follow the line and let’s explore.” This is a great
Library Activity Booklet
FREE! Library Activity Booklet Download. I love the library so much! I made this free Library Activity Booklet for you to print off, bring to
This Is My Home, This Is My School
“This is my home. And this is my school! What, confused? Okay, allow me to explain…” Where are all my homeschool families?!?! Have you started
Becoming Vanessa
Another first day of school book! Vannessa is nervous for her first day of school, though her parents encourage her to be herself and wear
Am I Ready Now?
This book was written by a St. Louis kindergarten teacher, illustrated by a St. Louisian, and published here in STL too! Wahoo! I happen to
Planet Kindergarten
We are prepping for all things KINDERGARTEN around here! We bought school supplies, we met the teacher, and we’ve done pre-screening. All we have left
The Music of Life by Louis Thomas
“Plic Ploc Pluc “Oho! What is this?”The leaking sink gave Lenny another idea.“It’s not a symphony, but it feels like music!” There is something special
With My Daddy: A Book of Love and Family
“I love being with my dad.I jump on his knees and hug him tight,With my cheek against his neck.He hugs me back, and I feel
The Eleventh Hour: A Curious Mystery
Do you love a puzzle and a mystery? Then this is the book for you. The story is about Horace the elephant’s 11th birthday party!
Hugo and the Impossible Thing
“At the edge of the forest stood the Impossible Thing. It was a jumbled mess of giant boulders, thorny mazes, raging rivers, and towering cliffs.
Teddy Bear Addition
“A big teddy welcome from math-loving bears.Let’s count, add, and play without any cares.Pour out the teddies to add the bear way.First guess how many
The Odd One Out: A Spotting Book
We love seek-and-find books around here! This book is beautiful and gives me all of the minimalist / designer vibes. The illustrations are perfection. As
One Sleepy Hill
“High up on the hillside the day is almost done. The world is calm and peaceful beneath the setting sun…” This is a sweet rhyming
The Bookstore Cat
“The Bookstore Cat is an ‘A’dorable cat…” This is such a fun alphabet book! It’s inspired by the game, ‘The Minister’s Cat’ in which you
My Rainy Day Rocket Ship
I loved this fun rhyming and very relatable book. On a rainy day, this little boy is bored with his toys and decided to make
The Chickentown Mystery
“Chickentown is an amazing place. Hens and people live side by side there. Every hen sleeps in a cozy bed and watches TV in a
Home A Peek-Through Picture Book by Britta Teckentrup
Here is a sweet, short book. This is a great bedtime book for toddlers. Britta Teckentrup’s illustrations make this peek-through book a beautiful experience. The