I’ll admit we are a little late to the wonderful world of podcasts but during this time of staying home, we have discovered some amazing ones. The list below includes our family’s current favorite podcasts for kids. Aside from the story and educational side of the podcasts, they have also become something that we can […]
Author: TheBookakery
Conquering Storytime: Read Aloud Tips for Struggling Readers
You know you are supposed to be reading aloud to your kids. You have seen all of the info-graphics on how much a difference it will make in your child’s life. You want to be that parent who loves reading to their children. But you’re not. Maybe it’s because you are dyslexic, or because you […]
Yum Yums – Coconut, Pecan & Brown Sugar Bars
Really, the name says it all. Yum Yums have been a family favorite for generations. From my great-grandma down it has survived the years, albeit with a few changes. My mom uses walnuts verse pecans and argues that a dessert spoon of brown sugar equals a teaspoon not a tablespoon and at some point, someone […]
Book Based Advent Calendars
Advent calendars have come along way since I was a child. We used the same card-stock, open the door and see a picture calendar every year. Now there are advent calendars that you open to discover chocolates or toys (we’re trying out this Lego Harry Potter one this year) and others that have you moving […]
Friends & Family Apron Sale!
Get the littlest bakers in your life ready for the holidays in style with our Friends & Family Apron Sale! Going on the whole month of November (or while supplies last). Use the code LITTLEBAKERS at checkout for 25% off any of our aprons!
Picture Books to Enjoy in November
November is a wonderful time of the year. The beginnings of holidays. The changes of seasons. The perfect time to curl up and share a great book or two. The list below is some of our favorite picture books to enjoy in November. Winter is Coming by Tony Johnson, illustrated by Jim LaMarche Winter is […]
15 Activities for Curious Kids
Let’s face it, all kids are born curious. It is not something that you need to teach them, but it is something that can be squashed as they grow older. It is our job as parents to provide a safe and encouraging environment where our kids’ natural curiosity can flourish. These 15 simple activities for […]
11 Halloween Picture Books
Halloween is a time of pumpkins, costumes, and candy, but it is also the season for amazing Halloween picture books. Whether you are looking for something cutesy or spooky this list of our favorite Halloween pictures books should have something perfect for you. Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson, illustrated by Axel Scheffler This […]
Bookakery Boxes: a peek inside
Want to get a peek inside a Bookakery Box? This is where you can check out what type of items are included in each of our Bookakery Boxes. Every Bookakery Box comes with a minimum of four items: Hardback Picture Book Almost all of our Bookakery Box themes come from books that we fall in […]
Best Audiobook Apps for you and your family
Audible, Scribd and Libby. A review of the top audiobook apps and how they might work for you and your family.