Curling up with a good book. A rainy day, a quiet house. Sounds dreamy. Also sounds impossible. Who has time for that? Our hours and minutes are busy, demanding, even desperate.
But what if you invited reading back into your life?
What if you planned a few minutes to read before falling asleep? What if you took time to read to your children or grandchildren?
Here’s the big secret: You can. We may have slowed down on (or even stopped) reading to our children, but they haven’t stopped wanting or needing it.
And here’s the advice: You should.
Reading stimulates your brain in a particular way that viewing screens doesn’t.
It’s true for you, and it’s true for children.
It’s why I’m reviving my love for reading, and inviting you along.
These books — they are ways to improve early skills…
Reading in early years is so very important. These books transform the time you spend practicing reading skills. Instead of a chore, it becomes enjoyable time together. Open Your Mouth has a slobbery section that always gets a laugh. Short and Long books use practice and pictures to separate long and short vowel sounds. And Letter Tails by you is a giggly adventure of absurd stories you won’t forget. The magic is this: Don’t rush. Watch your child enjoy bright colors, strong images, and easy sequences.
Special books, for special holidays…
Is there anything harder than trying to explain to a little one the connection between Easter eggs and the Resurrection?
How do we stop and look at the humble birth of Christ in the midst of the retail extravaganza that surrounds our Christmas season?
You’re not the first parent to ask those questions. Check out these sweet books, where the questions and answers are shared by sweet young animals who also wondered.
Write with me books, to capture these moments…
The Write-With-Me books are uniquely designed to complete together with your child. Each book features watercolor illustrations, simple prayers, and Scriptures.
But the unique part is this: Each book has pages to actually write some special memories. What you record here becomes a beautiful keepsake. See the preview pages, examples, and full information here.
For grownups, the way back to prayer…
Did your prayer life get too small? Like almost gone? And now, if you say “yes” you feel bad? This book is written for you. Suggestions for quick minutes of prayer, but more importantly, the grace to get started. You won’t believe how easy it is.
For later, I’m working on something…
Baseball, boys, a small town, a mystery, and heroes of the sport combine to transport you to the dirty sunny days of summer. A chapter book for boys, and anyone who enjoys the love hidden deep inside every American baseball.
“Together” is a really big part of early reading. I hope these books give you some real snuggle time with your little ones. 💖 Something amazing happens when you tell a child a story. Read one, tell one, or make one up.
When you tell them a real one, be sure to include the details. The sound of your mama’s voice, the feel of the storm, the smell of the Jello, or the surprisingly sharp puppy teeth. Whether they’re able to say it or not, your child is unbelievably curious about your childhood.
Thank you. For being here, for being interested, and for loving the healthy habit of reading.
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There are a lot of good books out there for young readers. A lot. And also, 😑 lots of not-so-good-ones.
I’m trying to help by supplying helpful, fun, clean, and faith-based books for your children. Healthy habit, healthy material.
Reading together is not about having all the answers. If you and your child come across a word you do not know or a question you cannot answer, you can simply say, “Let’s find out together.” Some of the sweetest learning moments happen when parents and children explore side by side — asking questions, discovering new words, and growing in confidence together.
If you’re interested in the value of reading to young children, explore the Reading Topics here where I’ll be super excited to talk about that!
