Monthly Archives: February 2015

A Great Find at a Tiny Bookstore

I took my mom and mother-in-law to brunch today at the beautiful Salamander Resort in Middleburg, Virginia. After filling ourselves with mimosas and several helpings from the ridiculously delicious buffet, we decided to walk around downtown Middleburg and check-out the shops. One tiny building tucked down a side street caught my eye: Second Chapter Books.  […]

2015 Newbery and Caldecott Medal Winners

The John Newbery Medal and Randolph Caldecott Medal winners, along with the Honor books, have been announced. I can’t wait to get may hands on these! John Newbery Medal  awarded for the most outstanding contribution to children’s literature (this one’s for the authors!).     Winner: “The Crossover” by Kwame Alexander             […]

What I’ve Been Reading (January 2015)

Here are the children’s books I’d recommend that have been in my library bag and on my nightstand in January. I thought I’d include some of my favorite Sandra Boynton board books since I haven’t posted many books for the babies and toddlers category. Check them out! Babies and Toddlers (ages 0-2 years) and Preschool (ages […]