One of our top tips this year to get our kids reading more - make their books accessible! We were out of shelf space. These [spinning cases] (amzn.to/3CAzd9R) hold 100-125 books and just takes a corner. Huge win. We have two.

Gift-worthy and slow, we've been enjoying the calm and wisdom of this unique book this week. Pick it up at any season, to nearly any page, and find encouragement and counsel. Perfect for January - the true armpit of the year.

@charliemackesy1.bsky.social #thebrookelist #bookstogift

Excited to see these @cybilsawards.bsky.social posted today! It was a joy to serve on the nonfiction panel of judges in Round 1. These stand-out titles were some of the top nominations. Great work!

@penguinbooksusa.bsky.social @candlewickpress.bsky.social @simonandschuster.bsky.social

This funny game has us talking about crazy things at mealtimes. What’s your owl threshold?

My 14-yr old things a half an owl would be concerning. I’d probably be thrilled with a Harry Potter amount. Don’t expect me to report them until they are swarming.

Top read aloud this week was the second Norendy Tale from #katedicamillo

DiCamillo is the master of engagement, and as the little girl begs for another story, my own children begged me to keep reading as well. Touching aspects of family, love, and connection are a win as well. #hotelbalzaar #kidlit

Reminder for moms that it’s okay when our kids just want to burn through something easy. My second grader read all these books in one night, and had fun doing it! Highest literary merit? Nah. It’s okay.

All reading counts. Keep it up!

#thebrookelist #astridandstella #allreadingcounts #booksky