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Book Lists

Lists of the books we love

favorite picture books to read aloud, stacking on surface

27 Best Picture Book Read Alouds (most requested re-reads)

2023-03-25
On: March 25, 2023
In: Book Lists, Homeschool

Inside: Looking for the best picture book read alouds for a wide range of ages? These 27 books are our absolute favorites – worth buying and re-reading again and again and again. Even my fifth grader will listen in whenREAD MORE …

stack of elephant and piggie books sitting on table near essential oils and quote display

The Best Elephant and Piggie Books (According to Parents)

2022-11-14
On: November 14, 2022
In: Book Lists, Homeschool

Inside: Move over, Dr. Seuss – Mo Willems is here! Gerald and Piggie won me over 12 years ago when my oldest was small. Learn why, in my opinion, Elephant and Piggie books make the best early readers, plus theREAD MORE …

usborne homeschool books on table next to lamp

Usborne Homeschool Books That Are Actually Worth Buying

2021-08-12
On: August 12, 2021
In: Book Lists, Homeschool

Inside: Wondering if Usborne homeschool books are worth all the hype? Here’s my pretty short list of Usborne books for homeschooling that are actually worth buying (and while we’re at it, what’s NOT to love about Usborne). You can’t beREAD MORE …

mom reading daughter picture books about immigration while sitting in a tent with sparkle lights

25 Picture Books On Immigration and Refugees (+FREE Printable)

2021-03-12
On: March 12, 2021
In: Book Lists, Homeschool

Inside: Want to help children understand the hardships immigrants face? Besides hearing an immigrant’s story in person, reading picture books on immigration and refugees is the next best way to help children develop empathy – and incredible respect – forREAD MORE …

stack of chapter books for reading aloud, sitting on table, with one open in the middle

Top 20 Read-Aloud Chapter Books According to Homeschoolers

2021-01-27
On: January 27, 2021
In: Book Lists, Homeschool

Inside: You know reading aloud is important. But how do you choose the best read-aloud chapter books? Where do you even start? If you’re feeling a little lost, use this book list of homeschoolers’ favorite read alouds to guide you.READ MORE …

several picture book biographies strewn on floor

70+ Picture Book Biographies to Inspire Your Kids (& YOU)

2020-09-24
On: September 24, 2020
In: Book Lists, Homeschool

Inside: Picture book biographies are my favorite way to inspire my kids with stories of how real people overcame difficult challenges to achieve their dreams. Biographies also happen to teach multiple subjects with just one simple book – a bonusREAD MORE …

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Welcome! I’m June: Unschooling mom. Respectful parent to five amazing humans. Minimalist and simple living enthusiast.  READ MORE …

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