A list of Great Books to Read to Your Children
International Children’s Book Day (ICBD) is celebrated on April 2nd (which is the birthday of classic children’s author Hans Christian Andersen). It is organized by the International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY), an international non-profit organization, to inspire a love of reading and to call attention to children’s books. It also encourages families, teachers, and children around the world to participate in reading events in their local communities. Check out their list of great books to read to your children. Click here.
Picture Books that Celebrate Seniors and Aging
Our society is remarkably biased against aging. Research demonstrates children as young as five have negative stereotypes of elderly people, believing them to lack competence. But these same children are overwhelmingly positive about the older adults in their own family. Clearly, personal stories are a key tool in fighting stereotypes. Check out these books.
Chapter Books that Celebrate Seniors and Aging
Combat stereotypes and celebrate intergenerational friendships with these great stories. Our society is remarkably biased against aging. Nowhere is this more clear than older elementary and young adult literature. Research reveals that when aging characters aren’t entirely absent, they are presented as infirm, ineffective, and disregarded. These books offer wonderful exceptions to this stereotype. Check out these books.
“Greatest Grandparent” Certificates for Your Child to Use!
Here are 4 different FREE “Greatest Grandparent” certificates that children (and adults!) can present to a grandparent for Grandparents Day (or any day).
