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Plan the Ultimate “If You Give…” Book Party: Crafts, Snacks & Activities Inspired by Your Child’s Favorite Stories!
Monday, April 14, 2025
Celebrate the Magic of Eric Carle with Crafts, Storytime, & Colorful Party Snacks!
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Whether you're a parent planning a themed birthday party or a teacher looking to brighten up your literacy corner, these Eric Carle crafts, books, and party food ideas will bring his stories to life for your little ones.
Celebrating Dr. Seuss Birthday & Read Across America Week
Sunday, April 6, 2025
As parents and educators, it’s the perfect time to make reading magical for our little learners. At our house (or in the classroom), we bring the pages of Dr. Seuss to life with Seuss-themed crafts, whimsical snacks, and reading goodie bags that spark excitement all week long!
Here are a few fun and easy ways to celebrate:
🎨 DIY Crafts: Make "Thing 1 and Thing 2" puppets or create a Cat in the Hat paper plate mask.
🍓 Themed Snacks: Think "Green Eggs and Ham" treats or red-and-white striped fruit skewers!
🎁 Goodie Bags: Fill them with Dr. Seuss pencils, mini books, and bookmarks to encourage reading at home.
Why It Matters: Read Across America promotes literacy and builds foundational reading skills, especially in young children. When we celebrate reading in a playful, engaging way, kids are more likely to view books as something fun—not a chore.
Whether you're a parent, teacher, or caregiver, this week is a great opportunity to connect with your child and make reading part of your daily routine. So, grab a book, put on your Cat in the Hat hat, and get ready to rhyme your way through a week of literacy fun!
Celebrating International Women’s Day & Inspiring Books to Teach Women's History
Monday, March 3, 2025
March is Women’s History Month, a time to reflect on the incredible contributions of women throughout history. Within this month of recognition, March 8th stands out as International Women’s Day (IWD)—a global celebration of women’s achievements and a call to action for gender equality. The theme “Join together for gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow” reminds us that a just and equitable world benefits everyone, and that the future depends on breaking barriers for women everywhere.
Why Young Explorers Should Have National Geographic Kids Magazine
Friday, February 7, 2025
Check Out "I Surrender All" Today! + Giveaway
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Check out I Surrender All, a powerful book from Christian speaker, Bible study teacher, and author, Priscilla Shirer! Order your copy of I Surrender All today! From bestselling author Priscilla Shirer comes her latest work calling readers to radically follow Christ, encouraging them to not fear what following Jesus might cost them, but to fear what they are missing by withholding anything from Him.
Which Reading Tutoring Programs Are Highly Recommended in New Jersey?
Sunday, April 28, 2024
Understanding the criteria for evaluating reading tutoring programs helps select one that meets a child's specific needs. Factors such as the tutor's qualifications, the program's methodology, and positive success stories from other New Jersey families play a pivotal role. Having the right fit between a tutor and a student can foster a positive attitude towards reading and encourage a lifelong love for books. In-person and online tutoring options offer flexibility to accommodate various learning styles and schedules, ensuring that every child can find a program that fits their unique needs and helps unlock their potential.
Key Takeaways
Parents seek quality reading programs in New Jersey for foundational literacy.
Evaluating tutoring programs hinges on method, tutor qualifications, and success rates.
Flexibility and personalization in tutoring are critical for children's reading growth.
Pirate-Packed Kids Giveaway: Potatoes for Pirate Pearl
Thursday, October 5, 2023
How to Inspire a Reluctant Reader
Friday, June 23, 2023
Let's face it—some adolescents approach reading with all the enthusiasm of a snail on a Monday morning. This can be aggravating and demoralizing as a parent or educator (since we all know the value of reading), but we’ve got some ideas on how to ignite a new obsession between reluctant readers and words.
The Impact of Reading on Children's Intellect and Development
Monday, March 13, 2023
Celebrate National STEM Day with National Geographic Kids Books!
Saturday, October 15, 2022
National STEM Day is November 8th and National Geographic Kids is celebrating in a BIG way with new releases that inspire and allow kids to explore the fields of science, technology, engineering and math -- and have fun doing it!
FIN-TASTIC Titles from Nat Geo Kids Books
Saturday, July 16, 2022
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Attention shark lovers! Looking for some jaw-some new books for your favorite fin fans? National Geographic Kids Books is celebrating this majestic beast and its habitat with a fantastic shark-themed review opportunity and giveaway for all ages. Dive into these six picks for stellar shark info, vibrant photos, exciting first-hand accounts of shark encounters and weird, wild and fascinating facts that your kids will fall for hook, line, and sinker.
Summer Must-Reads for 2022
Friday, July 8, 2022
Summer is here! Don't let your kiddos suffer from summer slide. Summer reading is critical, not only for helping kids maintain learning while school is out, but also for fostering social-emotional development, discovering the joy of stories, and elevating the importance of lifelong learning. Educators and parents agree summer reading matters. Below are some great selections plus you could win some copies of your own!
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#EscapeTheIndoors with Nat Geo Kids Books
Saturday, June 11, 2022
Today is National Get Outdoors Day! Summer is here and there is no better time for outdoor adventures. Whether it's going on a hike, visiting a park, planting a garden, camping, geocaching or stargazing, Nat Geo Kids makes it easy and fun for kids of all ages to #EscapeTheIndoors and explore their world.
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How to Help Your Child to Fall in Love with Reading
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
It’s common knowledge that reading is an important skill for children, but it doesn’t come naturally to everyone. Reading helps children and adults to exercise their minds, become exposed to new ideas, and expand their vocabulary. There’s no “wrong thing” to read because almost everything has a benefit.
However, not every child has a natural inclination to read. Some children would rather watch television, play video games, or do something active. There’s a time and place for everything, including sitting down with a good book. So, how can you make reading less of a chore for your child?
Introducing "Ada and the Galaxies" Plus Make Your Own Galaxy Slime
Monday, December 13, 2021
This post is sponsored by Candlewick Press. All opinions are my own.
Sometimes we want something so bad, that we forget to soak in and enjoy the wonders of life happening around us. Written by New York Times best-selling author Alan Lightman, in collaboration with Olga Pastuchiv, "Ada and the Galaxies" explores how interconnected the natural world is.
Ada is like so many children. Her focus is so much on seeing the stars, that she almost misses the wonders around her. That single-minded determination and disappointment when it doesn’t come to fruition is something all parents and children will identify with. There are even adults who are like this as well.
Something to Read at Christmas for Truck Loving Kids {Free Coloring Sheet Printable}
Monday, November 29, 2021
This is a sponsored conversation on behalf of Candlewick Press. All opinions are my own.
Looking for gift ideas for a truck loving kid? I don't like to over buy or overwhelm for Christmas, but I do purchase based on the idea of something you want, something you need, something to wear, something to read.
My family and I were recently sent "Twenty Big Trucks in the Middle of Christmas" Hardcover by Mark Lee and illustrated by Kurt Cyrus. The creative team that conceived Twenty Big Trucks in the Middle of the Street wants to add a big dose of Christmas cheer to an array of trucks for counting with the components of read-aloud holiday magic.
One doughnut truck, on a cold winter day, drives into town and parks and stays.
Fall Favorites from National Geographic Kids Books
Friday, October 1, 2021
With Labor Day in the rearview mirror (how did THAT happen??) I'm excited to turn the page and welcome a new season AND a new school year with "Fall Favorites" from National Geographic Kids Books. Whether you are looking to add to your family's bookshelf, in need of quality resources to supplement distance learning, or starting on your holiday gift lists, these books are guaranteed to ignite imagination and bring the world to kids' doorsteps.
Books to Beat Summer Slide for Tweens
Friday, July 16, 2021
Reading is an essential part of learning development. Don't your tween slide this summer and check out these amazing titles below. Enter to WIN these great titles below as well.
Celebrating National DINO Day with National Geographic Kids
Tuesday, May 4, 2021
Did you know that May 18th is National Dinosaur Day? However, one day is just not enough time to devour all the fascinating dino facts, dig into the latest dino science and discover the incredible world that dinosaurs inhabited ages ago, so National Geographic Kids is celebrating throughout the ENTIRE month of May. In honor of Dino-MAY-nia, National Geographic Kids Books is delighted to offer a super fun giveaway to my readers!
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