Author Archives: Olivia Curtis

Meet Sandcastle. Sandcastle’s world was new and exciting until their very first… SQUISH! In an effort to protect themselves from ever getting squished again, Sandcastle tries to be bigger and taller and stronger! But is that enough to stop all the squishes? From Breanna Carzoo, comes an uplifting picture book story that reminds us that while we can’t stop all of life’s squishes, we can reach out to others, reconnect with our ingrained resilience, and maybe even have some fun!

It’s spring and this classic picture book is a must-read! Join us on this transformative journey as we follow the Very Hungry Caterpillar who literally chews through the pages of the book! Have your own transformative journey together by utilizing this week’s Free Kids Book Club Resources. CLICK HERE to find book-related discussion questions, activities, and a recipe to do together to bring this book to life. Happy Reading!

When Tanisha spills grape juice all over her new dress, her classmate wants to make her feel better, wondering: What does it mean to be kind? From asking the new girl to play to standing up for someone being bullied, this moving story explores what kindness is, and how any act, big or small, can make a difference―or at least help a friend. Download our free Kids Book Club resources HERE. You’ll find (1) discussion questions to help your child internalize

One winter morning, while the moon is still up, Mrs. Bear and Sam bake cakes for all their friends on Plum Street. And who do you think takes the cakes up to each doorstep…all by himself? This week for our Kids Book Club, join Mrs. Bear and Sam on this adventure of bravery, love, community, and independence as you read this wonderful book together! After reading this story, bring it to life with the following book-related discussion questions, activities, and

“You’re here for a reason. If you think you’re not, I would just say that perhaps you forgot . . .a piece of the world that is precious and dear would surely be missing if you weren’t here.” This book by Nancy Tillman is one of my absolute favorites. The illustrations are beautiful and fun and the message is simply unmatched. Every time I read this to my children I am able to remind them how important and loved they

Little Red knew, deep in her heart, what she could do. She could learn anything. She could be anything! She could even meet Santa and fly! And this Christmas, she was going to prove it. Join us for our Kids Book Club this week as we follow Little Red on her journey and create our own journeys along with her! Click to download our resources related to the book Little Red Sleigh by Erin Guendelsberger. Discussion Questions Activity Ideas Recipe