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Day 8 of my 20 days to Christmas #bookstagram gift guide! For younger kids, any book about dogs is a hit! The “Ranger in Time” series is a fun and accessible way for kids to learn about events in history through the eyes of a time-traveling golden retriever. From the race to the South Pole to the hardships of the Oregon Trail, Ranger is always in the middle of the action. Perfect for K-3, he is a safe and comforting way for kids to hear about some of the most trying times in history. #historymomreads #historymomgiftguide #historybooksforkids
Day 7 of my 20 days to Christmas #bookstagram gift guide! Do you have a reluctant teen reader on your Christmas list? There are many historical graphic novels that tell history in a visual way to draw in these readers. I just bought the latest from #RJPalacio who wrote the bestseller, “Wonder.” “White Bird” is a poignant graphic novel that teaches teens about the horrors of World War II and the Holocaust and the power of kindness and courage. While it is a quick read, its message will stay with you long after you finish. #historymomreads #historymomgiftguide #historybooksforteens
Day 6 of my 20 days to Christmas #bookstagram gift guide! Today’s blog post is about @Dubliniaviking, a fantastic museum in Dublin, Ireland. Before you visit Ireland, be sure to read Edward Rutherfurd’s Dublin saga novels. Any of his epic historical fiction novels would make a great gift for the book lover in your life that is not afraid of a long read. Perfect for dads or that history major on your Christmas list, his novels span centuries, following the same families through major historical events. I have loved both of the Dublin saga books and his novel on Paris. My next #slowbutsteadychallenge reads are going to be his novels about London and New York! #historymomreads #historymomgiftguide #edwardrutherfurd
Day 5 of my 20 days to Christmas #bookstagram gift guide! Do you have a big trip planned for spring break or summer vacation? Get your kids excited about the trip by giving them books at Christmas to enhance their knowledge about the destination. A few years ago, we were taking a family trip to Paris in July so we gave our kids this set of books along with a puzzle about Paris as a Christmas gift. Even though the trip was months away, reading these books ahead of time really helped them understand our destination and gave them ideas of what they wanted to see on our trip! #historymomreads #historymomgiftguide #historybooksforkids
Day 5 of my 20 days to Christmas #bookstagram gift guide! Is your child more of a visual learner? If so, you will want to check out these new books by DK Smithsonian that provide pictures, maps, and drawings to help kids understand history. From the earliest human to the modern world, these books help children see how all history is related through time. While comprehensive, the use of visual learning tools makes it fun for kids and easy to read. Best for upper elementary or middle schoolers, these books are great to reference when a tough history question comes your way! Shh, don’t tell my 11 year old that these will be under the tree for him! #historymomreads #historymomgiftguide #historybooksforkids
Day 4 of my 20 days to Christmas #bookstagram gift guide! Planning a trip to Virginia? Attending today’s #CourtEndChristmas? Be sure to check out the Virginia Mysteries series by @stevenksmithauthor. These books teach elementary-aged kids about Virginia’s rich history through the eyes of two brothers solving a mystery. Your children will enjoy trying to piece the puzzles of the mystery together and won’t even realize that they are learning history! The latest in the series, “Escape from Monticello” just came out this week! #historymomreads #historymomgiftguide #historybooksforkids
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