Author Archives: Susanne Whitehouse

What I’ve Been Reading (March 2014)

Here are the children’s books that have been in my library bag and on my nightstand in March (well, at least the ones I’d recommend). Go check them out! Preschool (ages 3-5 years) and Early Elementary (ages 5-8 years): Early Elementary (ages 5-8 years): Middle Grades (ages 8-12 years):

March Forth!

According to Urban Dictionary, March 4th is “a holiday where you work towards achieving your dreams… This holiday is used as an excuse to make an effort, take a risk, or refuse to let reasons come between you and your goals.” Pretty great, right? Wouldn’t this be a cool fact to incorporate into a children’s […]

What is Your Seuss IQ?

Today is Dr. Seuss’ birthday! The talented Theodor Geisel passed away in 1991 at the age of 87, but he left us with 44 children’s books and a memorable cast of characters. His kooky rhymes seem to flow off your tongue perfectly, even when saying things like “Constantinople” and “Timbuktu”. How well do you know […]

What I’ve Been Reading (February 2014)

Here are the children’s books that have been in my library bag and on my nightstand in February (well, at least the ones I’d recommend). Go check them out! Preschool (ages 3-5 years) and Early Elementary (ages 5-8 years): Early Elementary (ages 5-8 years): Early Elementary (ages 5-8 years) and Middle Grades (ages 8-12 years): […]

Why Children’s Books Matter

” There are no good books that are only for children.” -W.H. Auden If you find yourself in New York City anytime before September 8th, 2014, I encourage you to go visit the free exhibit at the New York City Public library titled The ABC of It: Why Children’sBooks Matter. I checked it out last […]

What I’ve Been Reading (January 2014)

Here are the children’s books that have been in my library bag and on my nightstand in January (well, at least the ones I’d recommend). Go check them out! Preschool (ages 3-5 years): Preschool (ages 3-5 years) and Early Elementary (ages 5-8 years): Early Elementary (ages 5-8 years): Early Elementary (ages 5-8 years) and Middle […]