Being Family–Nuclear and World
These books expand understanding of what it means to be part of a family (nuclear & world) & they validate the spectrum of family constellations and cultures in their world.
05/09/2016
Category: Fathers
Counting Books: “This Jazz Man” & Caldecott Winner: “Ten, Nine, Eight”
A high energy, retelling of the classic children’s song, “This Old Man.” It introduces readers to several famous black musicians and does it in a fun and appealing way. The catchy tune reverberates in your mind’s ear–or better yet, in your read-aloud voice as you sing the text to life…. “Ten, Nine, Eight” illustrations depict Daddy and daughter together. Many books feature moms and their children. When one shows an involved dad, it is always welcome! The scenes depicted have a gentle, nurturing tone that follow the little girl from bath time to bedtime. A sweet, relaxing book, it would be an excellent choice not only for multicultural families but for any family.
12/07/2015
Summertime and the Living Is … Easy?
Summer offers a wonderful opportunity to build positive memories of time having fun together. Fun is FUN-damental to building strong family ties. It’s a Firefly Night by Diane Ochiltree captures one delightful moment. The reader senses that this is a treasured ritual that the child shares with her daddy an something she will treasure down the years of her life. Betsy Snyder’s luminous art brings the rhyming/counting text to life. Children can make a game of searching for and tracking the number of bugs, flowers, etc. And have fun in the process!
07/21/2015
The Wisdom of Two Father’s
These wonderful books showcase Dad Wisdom at its best, reinforce the important role fathers play in their children’s lives and present memorable moments of connection.
06/03/2014