Children’s Book of the Week: Adèle and Simon in America

Adèle and Simon in America by Barbara McClintock This is one of those books that should just have a sticker on it that says, “Julie! This one is a sure winner in your household!” It pretty much has everything the boys love in a book (though there are no...

Children’s Book of the Week: The Scrambled States of America

The Scrambled States of America by Laurie Keller Sometimes a children’s book comes along that makes me just want to call up the author and invite him or her to coffee, and this is one of them. It’s hilarious, adorable, and even educational! And completely along the...