10 Perfect Reads for Presidents’ Day

Presidents’ Day sneaked up on us this year! While our federal government officially calls this American holiday “Washington’s Birthday”, it has come to be recognized as a time to pay tribute to both past and present Presidents. How is your family spending this holiday? Why not use the opportunity to share a related book with your kiddo? Red Apple Reading has 10 book recommendations for you and your youngster this Presidents’ Day.

10 Inspiring Biographies for Children

Several years ago, an author/pastor who I really admire turned me on to reading biographies. I love reading about real people who accomplished great things. It inspires me to be a better person. I also enjoy sharing biographies with my children; because, let’s face it, the entertainment industry is offering up some (let me try to put this kindly) less than inspiring role models. Red Apple Reading would like to encourage you to introduce your kiddos to some real heroes by suggesting 10 biographies written especially for children.

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Winter Stories to Warm Your Heart

With the Christmas holidays behind us, there is a good possibility that you or your kiddos have a gift card or two waiting to be used. Red Apple Reading has 10 winter-themed book suggestions for the children in your life. So snuggle up with your little one and a warm cup of hot cocoa, and enjoy a wintry tale tonight!

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10 Great Bedtime Books

Like brushing teeth and putting on pajamas, reading should be included in your child‘s nighttime routine. After all, there is nothing quite like snuggling up together and opening a favorite book! If you’re looking for some titles that will help your kiddo have sweet dreams, Red Apple Reading has some bedtime book suggestions for you!

Where Has Polly Gone? Read and Learn Math Skills at the Same Time

I am unashamedly passionate about reading. I could list several reasons why reading is a crucial life skill. For instance, reading impacts success in other subjects. We like to separate history, science, language, and math into neat little categories; but really, so much of learning is interwoven. A great example of this interweaving of disciplines can be found in the new book, Where Has Polly Gone?

Books for Preschoolers

Even if your child doesn’t yet read, there’s no reason he still can’t enjoy a good book. Hopefully, you are already reading to your preschool child on a daily basis. If you are not, it is never too late to get started. Red Apple Reading has compiled a list of 10 books that your little one is sure to enjoy. So get ready to snuggle in with your preschooler and read a good book!

School-Themed Books

Best Back-to-School Reads

Are you looking for a way to inspire your kiddo to get excited about school? With summer drawing to an end, it’s time to look forward to the upcoming year. If your little one is less than thrilled about the start of a new school season, why not boost her morale with a fun, school-themed book? Red Apple Reading has 10 book suggestions that are not only fun reads, but will hopefully inspire your youngster to look forward to a brand new school year!