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Sunday, November 24, 2013

Book Review: Tell me A Story

Disclosure: Grandma Bonnie's Closet has not been compensated for the following book review. I received a copy of the mentioned book for review purposes. All opinions expressed are my own.

Book Title: "Tell Me A Story"
Written By: Grace Sandford

250 Great Books For Kids
Softcover, 329 pages
I am so thrilled to be reviewing this book. I am looking forward to using this book for many years to come. I am sure you are wondering why I am so excited about this simple book. So let me get right down to it. "Tell Me A Story" is a book guide that will save me many hours picking and choosing books for my grandchildren. I have written time and time about the books I have gotten for my grandchildren. I always express the importance for developing a love of reading in children. Well, the author Grace Sandford has the same belief as I do when it comes to children and reading. What Grace Sanford has done is researched lots of children and teen books. She has collected all this great information and put it together in this handy book. 
The book is divided into five sections. Babies to age 2, 3 to 5-year-olds,  6 to 8-year-olds, 9 to 11-year-olds and 12 into teens. In each section are 50 titles listed. These book are then listed into categories and then alphabetically. 
I can't even begin to count the hours I have spent online and in book stores searching for the perfect book for each of my grandchildren. I believe a child has to love being read to if they are going to learn to enjoy reading. If a book fits the child's interest half the battle is won. That is what "Tell Me A Story" is all about. Finding the right book for the right child.

When my oldest son was growing he would sit with me for hours and let me read him stories over and over. As he grew older his love for reading turned into a battle. He wanted to read but I struggled to find books that could hook his interest and keep it long enough to improve his reading skills. Then I came across some Goosebumps books. They were just a bit above his reading level but I figured they might be just what he needed. I was right he was addicted and we spent a small fortune on his collection. It was money well spent as he became an advanced reader in a few weeks. 
Knowing how important good reading skills are to finishing school, getting a great job and living a good life. I am all for using every trick up my sleeve in helping encourage my grandchildren to love reading. 
So stop over to Amazon and pick up "Tell Me A Story". Make your children's book selection in the comfort of your home. You will have more time to read to your child and spend less time shopping for all those great book.

Thursday, September 27, 2012

"Good Morning My Love"

Music CD Review:
Good Morning My Love by Vered
 

The re-mastered edition of Good Morning My Love (featuring two new songs) is being released on October 23. Good Morning My Love is a children/parents award winning music CD.
I have been listening to this CD for about a week now and I can certainly see why the album won a Parents' Choice Gold Award. The music and lyrics are very different and interesting. I am amazed how relaxing it is to listen to the music.
One of the reasons I decided to review this CD was when I was raising my children I followed the attachment parenting method. The album is not your usual kids music but its purpose is to help new parents bond with their babies. The music is written and grounded in the attachment theory. Vered has an education in clinical psychology and leads over fifty baby/parent workshops every year. This album will help parents enjoy those little moments in life and help parents use music to establish routines,soothe and build security.
"Good Morning My Love" Track List
 
Good Morning My Love
Hands in My Mouth
Faces
Jump
Bikeride
One Day
Sunday
Flying Hands
When You Smile
Ah Ah
Don't Leave Me
New Words
Sunshine
At 63
Swinging
Bathtime
Dolly
Sleep
 
My favorite is track two "Hands in My Mouth" It brought back memories of my children teething  on their fingers. My grandchildren will enjoy the CD and so will their parents. My daughter and sons are all raising their children by the attachment parenting method. I know they will get lots of use from this CD.
I would like you to hear a small sample of Vered musics. Enjoy the clip and tell me what you think.



 
You can purchase the CD here.
 
Disclosure:
I received the above mentioned CD to review in exchange for an honest opinion.