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    2026 Blogging A to Z Challenge: Opposites

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    “O”is for opposites during the 2026 Blogging A to Z Challenge! Today’s board book list includes all sorts of adorable books on opposites, a basic concept that is easy for little ones to grasp and fun to practice! Similarly to other basic concept books like alphabet, colors, and numbers you…

  • Activities

    Storytime Theme: Tails

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    Animal-themed lesson plans are some of the easiest options available for storytime because there are picture books about almost every animal you can think of. But, if you’re looking for a way to switch it up a bit, why not try a feature that is shared among animals like big…

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    2026 Blogging A to Z Challenge: Jump (Movement)

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    It’s the 2026 Blogging A to Z Challenge and today is the first letter that I had trouble coming up with a word. The Letter “J” seems to trip me up almost every year. But this year, I think the word “jump” makes sense for board books for babies. Babies…

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    Storytime Theme: Snakes

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    So to be completely transparent, I’m not a fan of snakes. I think it’s probably because when you come across them, it’s usually a surprise and it startles me! In fact, I had one living outside my front door for a long while and I was always afraid we’d scare…

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    Storytime Theme: Badgers

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    Let me start from the beginning, I usually try to create a blogging plan for the year the previous fall. So, I at least have any idea of storytime themes, book lists, etc. when I go to create content. And while I’d love to say that I’m way ahead of…

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    Storytime Theme: Giraffes

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    While I just realized that I created this same storytime a few years ago, I found a couple more cute books to include, so check back to the other lesson plan for even more great ideas! My niece loves giraffes and I was excited to find so many sweet and…

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    2023 Blogging A to Z: Nurturing

    N: Nurturing

    There are some people who have the type of personality that just draws animals to them. My nephew is like this and has been since he was very little. He’s seven now, and animals just absolutely love him. He has a very kind, nurturing soul and I think that animals…

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    Storytime Theme: Hedgehogs & Porcupines

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    Although not at all similar, hedgehogs and porcupines have one thing in common – they’re both prickly! These two animals seemed like the perfect pairing for a fun prickly storytime! And I’ve got a little bit of everything on this list – picture books, nonfiction, and even poetry today. And…

  • Lifestyle

    World Octopus Day

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    Can you believe today is World Octopus Day?!?!? I already love it! Since an octopus is my logo, I can’t help but celebrate World Octopus Day today! And if you’re wondering why my logo includes an octopus and an ice cream sundae, check out my post here. Octopuses are really…