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Celebrating Día de los Muertos: Book Recommendations for Children by Age Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a beautiful Mexican tradition that honors and remembers loved ones who have passed away. Through stories, art, and celebration, children can learn about this important cultural holiday. Here are some wonderful book recommendations tailored for different age groups, perfect for introducing young readers to the magic of Día de los Muertos. Ages 0-3: Introducing Concepts through Colors and Shapes 1. "Día de los Muertos" by Roseanne Greenfield Thong    This delightful board book is filled with colorful illustrations and simple, rhythmic text that introduces the holiday's symbols, like marigolds and calaveras (skeletons). It’s a great way to engage the youngest readers with vibrant visuals and easy-to-understand concepts. 2. "La Catrina: A bilingual book of emotions" by Party Rodriguez and Ariana Stain    This adorable board book introduces young readers t...

Book Review: Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros Enter the brutal and elite world of a war college for dragon riders... Twenty-year-old Violet Sorrengail was supposed to enter the Scribe Quadrant, living a quiet life among books and history. Now, the commanding general—also known as her tough-as-talons mother—has ordered Violet to join the hundreds of candidates striving to become the elite of Navarre: dragon riders. But when you’re smaller than everyone else and your body is brittle, death is only a heartbeat away...because dragons don’t bond to “fragile” humans. They incinerate them. With fewer dragons willing to bond than cadets, most would kill Violet to better their own chances of success. The rest would kill her just for being her mother’s daughter—like Xaden Riorson, the most powerful and ruthless wingleader in the Riders Quadrant. She’ll need every edge her wits can give her just to see the next sunrise. Yet, with every day that passes, the war outside grows more deadly, the kingdom...

A Letter to Three Witches by Elizabeth Bass The Cupcake Coven Romance Series, Book 1 Amazon  |  Goodreads Bewitched meets Practical Magic in this sparkling and quirky rom-com with an enchanted twist. When romance problems cause their powers to go berserk, a trio of witches whose family was banned from practicing magic risk getting in serious trouble with the Grand Council. Can they get their magic—and their love lives—in order before it’s too late? Nearly a century ago, Gwen Engel’s great-great-grandfather cast a spell with catastrophic side-effects. As a result, the Grand Council of Witches forbade his descendants from practicing witchcraft. The Council even planted anonymous snitches called Watchers in the community to report any errant spellcasting… Yet magic may still be alive and not so well in Zenobia. Gwen and her cousins, Trudy and Milo, receive a letter from Gwen’s adopted sister, Tannith, informing them that she’s bewitched one of their partners and will run away wit...

Spooky Reads: The Best Books for Young Adults to Enjoy This Halloween Halloween is just around the corner, which means it's the perfect time to curl up with a spooky book that will send shivers down your spine. Whether you're into supernatural creatures, haunted houses, or eerie mysteries, there's a Halloween read for every young adult. Here are some of the best books to set the mood for a spooky season! 1. The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman A Halloween classic, The Graveyard Book follows a boy named Bod who is raised by ghosts in a graveyard. With dark fantasy elements, quirky characters, and a touch of humor, Neil Gaiman's storytelling will transport you to a magical, eerie world perfect for Halloween. Why You’ll Love It : This book combines a sense of wonder with just the right amount of spookiness, making it an ideal read for young adults who want a thrilling but heartwarming story. 2. Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs This hauntingly bea...

As Halloween approaches, it’s the perfect time to cozy up with some delightful and slightly spooky stories. Whether your child is a little trick-or-treater or a seasoned pumpkin-carver, there’s a book out there to match their age and interests. Here are ten fantastic Halloween books to enjoy with your little ones, categorized by age group! For Ages 0-3: 1. " Where's Boo?: A Halloween Book for Kids and Toddlers " by Salina Yoon This interactive hide-and-seek book is perfect for the littlest readers. Search for Boo the black cat and find unexpected objects. 2. " Little Blue Truck's Halloween " by Alice Schertle Join Little Blue Truck as he drives through a festive Halloween night, meeting friendly animals along the way. This charming rhyming story encourages counting and features delightful pop-up elements. For Ages 4-6: 3. " Room on the Broom " by Julia Donaldson Follow a kind witch and her animal friends on their whimsical adventure in this deligh...

Halloween is just around the corner! It's the perfect time to enjoy family movies that offer a bit of magic, mystery, and above all, fun. Here's a list of 20 children's movies ideal for enjoying during this spooky season.