There's something magical about sitting down with your children and reading a story that captures the wonder of childhood belief. The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg is one of those special books that seems to cast a spell over both children and adults alike....
Picture Books
Best Bible Story Books for Children: Complete Age Guide (2024)
I'll never forget the moment my son first connected with a Bible story. We were reading David and Goliath, and he jumped up ready to fight an imaginary giant. He had become a warrior just by reading a story. That's when I realized how crucial finding the right Bible...
Board Books vs. Picture Books: Which to Choose When
Learn when to choose board books vs. picture books for your child. Get expert guidance on age recommendations, durability needs, and making the transition between book types.
Top 10 Bible Story Books for Preschoolers (2024)
Discover the best Bible story books for preschoolers! Get expert recommendations for age-appropriate, engaging books that bring Bible stories to life for young children.
4 Construction Trucks Every Preschooler Should Know
Transform everyday truck-spotting into magical learning moments that build courage and imagination! As a children's author who writes about trucks and big feelings, I've discovered something amazing: construction vehicles aren't just fascinating to preschoolers –...
Reading Milestones by Age: Your Guide to Your Child’s Reading Journey
Discover essential reading milestones by age from a fellow parent and literacy expert. Learn what to expect at each stage, plus get tried-and-tested book recommendations and activities that actually work!
How Long Should Storytime Last? Age-by-Age Guide
You know that moment when your little one looks up at you with wide eyes, begging you to read one more book? It’s such a magical feeling, but it also makes me wonder—how long should storytime last? From toddlers who love flipping through board books to teenagers who...
Best Family Read-Aloud Books: Complete Guide by Age (2024)
Explore the best family read-aloud books by age in this guide! Find engaging stories the whole family will love and remember.
How to Make Family Story Time Special: Ultimate Guide
Make family reading time special with this proven 30-day challenge. Get practical tips, book recommendations, and simple routines to create meaningful connections with your children.
Illustrating a Picture Book: How to Go from Dummy to Finished Product
Congratulations! You’ve made it to the final stage, where the magic finally happens. Today we’re taking a picture book dummy to finished book. going to take a picture book from dummy... to finished! And let’s be honest, at this point, the dummy starts to feel more...
How I Funded My Self-Published Book on Kickstarter
You’ve done it! You have a finished book and are ready to see people reading it! After deciding your publishing route you picked… Self-Publishing! Hooray! Self-publishing is an awesome choice for publishing, now for the real trick: paying for it. In traditional...
LIVE STREAM: Making a Picture Book Dummy (thumbnails, sketches, final images)
Watch the live-stream with Charlotte Glaze from September 20, 2024 all about how to make a Picture Book Dummy. A picture book dummy is used to pitch a picture book to an agent and publisher in order to get it published. Charlotte walks through what you need, why...








