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by Lorna McGrath | Book Reviews, MFA, TC December 2023
Babies Build Toddlers Written by Mariana Bissonnette Illustrated by Alishs Nicole Brumfield, Brenda Brambila, Esma Bošnjaković, Samantha Morales-Johnson, Sophia Marie Pappas, Tracy Nishimura Bishop, and Chie Ushio During the years that I have been studying the...
by Lorna McGrath | Book Reviews, MFA, Tomorrow's Child
A Spider Named Itsy Written by Steve Light This book brings new light to the children’s song about an itsy-bitsy spider! The illustrations are action packed, the spider is persistent, and in the process Itsy not only builds a new house but makes new friends as well....
by Lorna McGrath | Book Reviews, MFA, Tomorrow's Child
I Am Enough Written by Grace Byers, Illustrated by Keturah A. Bobo I am enough. What does that mean? Enough what? The author, Grace Byers, describes in rhyme what she means by the title. Young children love rhyming, and they will love the rhythm of the words in this...
by Lorna McGrath | Book Reviews, MFA, Tomorrow's Child
Back to Work After Baby: How to Plan and Navigate a Mindful Return from Maternity Leave Written by Lori K. Mihalich-Levin, JD Let’s face it, the vast majority of parents have (or want) to go back to work sooner or later and it’s really difficult to find a guide for...
by Lorna McGrath | Book Reviews, MFA, Tomorrow's Child
We Gather Together: Celebrating the Harvest Season Written by Wendy Pfeffer, Illustrated by Linda Bleck Wendy Pfeffer is one of my favorite children’s book writers. As usual, I really appreciate how she not only tells interesting stories but also helps children learn...
by Lorna McGrath | Book Reviews, MFA, Tomorrow's Child
Every Autumn Comes the Bear Written by Jim Arnosky This is a beautifully written and illustrated book by Jim Arnosky. It is a story of autumn and wildlife in the wilderness, as a bear gets ready for winter hibernation. It is perfect for setting the stage for more...
by Lorna McGrath | Book Reviews, MFA, TC September 2023
Campground Kids Series – Yosemite Fortune #7 Written by C.R. Fulton Whenever I think of summer, I think of National Parks, hiking in the woods, climbing mountains, enjoying beautiful waterfalls, the smell of campfires, and I could go on about appreciating the...
by Tim Seldin | Book Reviews, MFA, TC Feb 2022, Tomorrow's Child
by Tim Seldin Maria Montessori Speaks to Parents: A Selection of Articles Written by Maria Montessori Maria Montessori spent the vast majority of her professional life working with teachers, developing her innovative educational method. She devoted most of her energy...
by Cheryl Allen | Book Reviews, MFA, Reading, TC April 2023, Tomorrow's Child
Neuromyths: Debunking False Ideas About the Brain Written by Tracey Tokuhama-Espinosa Have you ever explained behavior using information you have known for so long that it must be true? As parents and teachers, we may aim to learn about brain development and what is...
by Cheryl Allen | Book Reviews, MFA, Reading, TC April 2023, Tomorrow's Child
Grammar Tells a Story: Transforming Literacy with Montessori Storytelling Written by Michael J. Dorer Montessori grammar lessons formally begin in the 3-6 program. As they move through Elementary Montessori education, grammar lessons usually have at least one complete...
by Lorna McGrath | Book Reviews, MFA, Reading, TC April 2023, Tomorrow's Child
My City Speaks Written by Darren Lebeuf Illustrated by Ashley Barron All of us use multiple senses as we go through our everyday lives. Many rarely think of how different, interesting, and beautiful life would be if one of those senses were impaired. This is the story...
by Lorna McGrath | Book Reviews, MFA, Reading, TC April 2023, Tomorrow's Child
Yay, You! Moving Up and Moving On Written by Sandra Boynton I got this book last year (just a little bit too late for the traditional graduation season) and kept hanging on to it until the season came again. Although, I suppose I could have written a review at any...
by Lorna McGrath | Book Reviews, MFA, Reading, TC April 2023, Tomorrow's Child
I Am Thinking My Life Written by Allysun Atwater Illustrated by Stevie Lewis What powerful minds we have! We can create our lives as we want to with the power of thought. The ideas presented by the author are expressed lavishly through colorful, thoughtful, and full...
by Lorna McGrath | Book Reviews, MFA, Reading, TC April 2023, Tomorrow's Child
On Earth Written by G. Brian Karas Springtime always makes me think about new beginnings and new hope for our lives and our planet. That reminds me of a song by a greatly loved Montessorian, Sanford Jones… at the beginning is a good place to be. what will each...
by Lorna McGrath | Book Reviews, MFA, Reading, TC April 2023, Tomorrow's Child
Pizza Day Written by Melissa Iwai This is a wonderful hardcover book with sturdy, somewhat water-proof pages. The illustrations are richly colored and very realistic. The story is all about a boy and his dad spending time together while preparing for their...
by Tim Seldin | Book Reviews, MFA
How to Raise an Amazing Child the Montessori Way: A Parent’s Guide to Building Creativity, Confidence, and Independence, second edition By Tim Seldin They say raising a child takes a village, and this book lets you include Tim Seldin and Maria Montessori in...
by Lorna McGrath | Book Reviews, MFA, Uncategorized
Social Justice Parenting Written by Dr. Traci Baxley A friend of mine gave me a copy of this book, and I’m so glad that he did! Dr. Baxley is an interesting, honest, and insightful author. She has taken social justice and parenting (which makes some of us a bit...
by Tim Seldin | Book Reviews, Emotionally Healthy Children, MFA
Healing Breath: A Guided Meditation through Nature for Kids Written by William Meyer Illustrated by Brittany R. Jacobs Mr. Meyer wrote this book to help children release anxiety in general and more specifically about the condition of the planet through meditation. The...
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