My very favorite thing about this space is that it’s become a way to combine so many things I care about – travel, education, antiracist action, family life. I love those intersections!! Books are one of the ways I love … Read More
A big part of travel for our family is learning about the people, cultures, and customs in different places we visit. It’s fascinating to learn about the similarities and differences, and we’ve been so grateful to learn from those who … Read More
I always think it’s fun to know what other families are reading, and it seems you guys love it, too! Here’s what we’re reading right now individually and as a family. This list of what our family is reading right … Read More
Growing up, the only kids books about love that I saw included white, heterosexual protagonists. I never once read a book with a family of color or biracial couple, like my husband and I are now. I also grew up … Read More
Today is Inauguration Day in the United States! It feels like a particularly momentous presidential change. It’s also the first time I’ve had several kids who are old enough to be really interested in the process. I’m looking forward to … Read More
This month, we’ve been reading Lalani of the Distant Sea for the Global Children’s Book Club. We loved this middle grade fantasy that helped us consider everyday heroes, the power hidden in marginalized groups, and what it means to be … Read More
I’m seriously giddy to be starting this 2021 monthly Global Children’s Book Club. I’m just ridiculously excited to read each of these books and discuss them with you all. It’s going to be so fun and also really meaningful. I … Read More
I’m thrilled you’re ready to join in on the Global Children’s Book Club by reading some incredible and diverse multicultural children’s literature with us this year. What Kinds of Books and What Ages for the Multicultural Children’s Literature Chapter Books … Read More
Welcome to the 2021 monthly Global Children’s Book Club! I’m so excited to read some multicultural children’s books and virtually travel around the world with you this coming year. The A-Z Global Book Club I put together over the summer … Read More
South and Central America week for the Global Service Advent is sponsored by Cotopaxi. Join us as we journey to the incredible country of Guatemala! During this virtual tour of Guatemala for kids, we’ll take a fun and inspiring Guatemala … Read More
It’s here! The Global Service Advent calendar! I loved putting together the Global Children’s Book Club so much. It was an incredible experience finding opportunities for global education and to virtually travel the world with so many of you. And … Read More
There are so many Christmas picture books options out there that it can be hard to decide which ones to purchase. These are our very favorites that we read over and over each year. Each of these Christmas picture books … Read More
