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Kids Conquer Fears of Growing Up with Little Tree

January 18, 2020

Sometimes I worry that I might get blowback for writing about books that I think boys will like. Of course, I realize that boys and girls can enjoy any book. But because I’m raising a son, that’s my area of ex...

Scare Off Boredom with The Notebook of Doom Series

Bambi

January 4, 2020

Children's, Fiction

Sometimes we all like a little scare, and in my son’s case, he enjoys a good story about monsters, particularly at bedtime. Lucky for him, we came across The Notebook of Doom series a couple of years ago. Writ...

Get Lost in the Delightfully Odd World of The BFG

Bambi

December 21, 2019

Children's, Fiction

There are some authors you just know will be a good fit for your child… or not. As one of the world’s foremost writers of children’s stories, Roald Dahl is one such author. Dahl’s propensity to create worlds i...

Dragons Love Tacos & Kids Love Adam Rubin’s Books

Bambi

December 7, 2019

Children's, Fiction

I realize that any of the books I’ve shared can be enjoyed by all children however sometimes you come across an author who seems to be speaking primarily to boys. Adam Rubin is, to me, such an author. He’s wri...

The Dog Man Series is a Reluctant Reader’s Best Friend

Bambi

November 30, 2019

Children's, Fiction

Let’s talk about what to do if you have a reluctant reader on your hands. He may love to be read to, but when it comes time for independent reading, he resists. This was certainly the case in my own home, part...

Embrace the Silly with These Outlandish Picture Books

Bambi

November 16, 2019

Children's, Fiction

Today’s installment of Books for Boys will take a different turn. As much as our boys are beginning to embrace chapter books and graphic novels, they can still appreciate an interesting picture book, especiall...

Bring Imagination (and Plastic Figures) to Life with The Indian in the Cupboard

Bambi

November 2, 2019

Children's, Fiction

My second suggestion for adventurous books for boys aged 7-9 is another older choice, The Indian in the Cupboard. Right away, just by the use of the word ‘Indian’ we know that this book will provide many oppor...

The Spirit of Survival is Alive and Well on The Island of the Blue Dolphins

Bambi

October 10, 2019

Children's, Fiction

You’re probably reading this article because you’ve found that spending quality time sharing stories is one of the best ways to connect with the ‘speed-of-light’ growing boy in your life. Between the ages of 7...