Fall is here, and we are more than happy to be falling into a new routine. As we settle into cozy sweaters and socks, there are more evening hours to occupy and less time spent running around. (Hopefully!) What to do during that down time? Read, of course! All month long, we will be diving […]

The first time my children ever heard a song from the Broadway hit musical, Hamilton, they were hooked. They didn’t just love the amazing melodies and unbelievable raps, but they were absorbed in the subject matter each character sang about—of course, only the age-appropriate ones! After finishing the soundtrack, my five-year-old son wanted to learn […]

Children have an endless appetite for fun facts and unforgettable stories, and our nation’s history—particularly when it comes to our presidents—offers an abundance of both. In Grover Cleveland, Again!: A Treasury of American Presidents, accomplished documentarian Ken Burns presents a fascinating overview of our presidents, with a vibrant, richly illustrated, and comprehensive spread dedicated to teaching kids about each one (save Grover Cleveland, […]