STORYTIME WITH KATE MESZAROS
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Kate shares her favorite picture books and novels for younger children on her original YouTube channel. It's fun for kids and adults of all ages!
ALL THE WORLD by Liz Garton Scanlon
Happy Earth Day! All the World celebrates the wonder of nature, community and relationships. We are all one world on Mother Earth. Enjoy and share with kids of all ages.
WHY ARE WE AFRAID by Fran Pintadera
This thoughtful and beautifully illustrated book explains the reasons for our fears, making it clear that everyone feels afraid sometimes. It's a great story to share when your child is feeling anxious or afraid and can spark conversations about how to manage difficult emotions.
THE BABY WHO STAYED AWAKE FOREVER by Sharon Salsbury
The baby's family tried lullabies, they tried cuddles, they tried soothing words. But nothing will encourage the baby to fall asleep. They wonder "Is this baby going to stay awake forever?!" Enjoy and share this book with new parents and kids of all ages.
EVERYONE LOVES LUNCHTIME BUT ZIA by Jenny Liao
At school, the other kids are eating peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and fruit, but Zia dreads lunchtime because her parents pack her food from her Cantonese culture. But during her birthday week, Zia's parents pack her a different dish each day and explain what the food represents. By the end of the week, she realizes how fortunate she is to encourage her classmates to try new things. Enjoy and share this book that celebrates the many ways our diversity makes us a better community.
BEST FRIEND IN THE WHOLE WORLD by Sandra Salsbury
Roland lives a quiet life filled with art, music, and tea parties, but sometimes he feels rather lonely. One day on a walk in the woods, Roland finds the perfect friend. Milton may just be a pinecone, but they have so much in common. But there are signs in the woods suggesting that someone else might be missing their best pinecone friend. What will Roland do? Enjoy and share this sweet book about true friendship with kids of all ages.
WAY PAST EMBARRASSED by Hallee Adelman
Juan is having a hard time with a math worksheet but is too embarrassed to ask for help. After a mix-up reveals that he’s not the only one who struggles with math, Juan understands that everyone struggles with something sometimes. Enjoy and share this book with kids of all ages.
KNITTING FOR DOGS by Laurel Molk
Max is a big dog who lives with Izzy, a girl who loves to knit. Hats and scarves are easy, but sweater making is harder than she thought! With Max's help, Izzy finds out that when things don't go as planned, sometimes something even better happens! Enjoy and share this book about perseverance, creativity and kindness!
THE DAY YOU BEGIN by Jacqueline Woodson
Everyone feels different sometimes. This book tells the story of children who at first might feel a bit out of place, but soon learn that it's our differences that make us unique -- and the ways we are alike are universal. Enjoy and share with kids of all ages, teachers, caregivers and grandparents!
OUR CLASS IS A FAMILY by Shannon Olson
“Our Class is a Family” is a book that illustrates class community. The classroom is a place where it’s safe to be themselves, it’s okay to make mistakes, and it’s important to be a friend to others. Enjoy and share with kids of all ages and with teachers, caregivers and grandparents!
ALL THE WORLD by Liz Garton Scanlon
Happy Earth Day! All the World celebrates the wonder of nature, community and relationships. We are all one world on Mother Earth. Enjoy and share with kids of all ages.
WILD PLACES by Haley and John Rocco
This is the story of David Attenborough and our home, planet Earth, which has changed rapidly over the course of David's lifetime. Share this book with kids of all ages to learn how each of us can do our part to bring back the wild places and protect all the creatures who call Earth home.
A VOICE LIKE YOURS by Frank Murphy & April Groman
Each of us has a unique and powerful voice, whether we speak loudly or softly, sing or sign, or without any words at all. What matters is how we use that voice - because everyone's voice is important. Enjoy and share with children of all ages!
IN EVERY LIFE by Marla Frazee
In every life, there is love and loss, hope and joy, wonder and mystery. This enchanting picture book celebrates the moments, feelings, and experiences, that make up a life - just like yours and mine!
THE HEART NEVER FORGETS by Ana Ot
A young girl pays tribute to the memory of her grandfather during a West African masquerade festival in this beautiful picture book for children of all ages. Use it as a springboard to talk about honoring ancestors and loved ones in your family.
ALL I NEED TO BE by Rachel Ricketts
When the world gets to be too much, we can always take a moment to breathe, recenter and trust our inner voice. At the end of this insightful book for kids of all ages, I share a short mindfulness exercise that you and your child can practice anywhere!
A FAMILY LIKE OURS by Alice Lee and Frank Murphy
Everyone's family is different and special! From extended families and small, tight knit units to adopted and chosen families, A Family Like Ours celebrates the joy in experiencing the love and support of being together. Enjoy and share this book with kids of all ages.
LOVE IS HERE WITH YOU by Adrea Theodore
A family sings their baby to sleep, welcoming deities from the Hindu religion who act as guardians of her dreams. Wise Ganesha, joyful Krishna, prince of music, and powerful Durga are beautifully illustrated in this wonderful bedtime book for kids of all ages.
I WOULD LOVE YOU STILL by Adrea Theodore
Follow a parent and child from a busy trip to the zoo through a typical fun-filled day and all the way to bedtime. No matter what, a parent's love never wavers. Enjoy and share this book about unconditional love this Valentine's Day.
THE WORLD NEEDS MORE PURPLE PEOPLE by Kristen Bell and Benjamin Hart
This colorful and energetic picture book showcases a wonderful message about recognizing qualities the things that bring us together as humans. Are you a purple person? Read along to find out!
THIS IS HOW WE PLAY by Jessica Slice and Caroline Cupp
With acceptance and adaptation, this is how we play! This colorful read-aloud shows how people with disabilities and their families use adaptive, imaginative, and respectful play so everyone can join in the fun. Enjoy and share with kids of all ages!
LOVE by Emma Dodd
This sweet book takes a mother and her child through a lovely day in the meadow where her little one discovers that love is everywhere. Celebrate Valentine's month with this easy reader, perfect for preschoolers. Enjoy and share with kids of all ages!
WILDER CHILD by Nicolette Sowder
This book celebrates the misfits, the mess makers, the ones who see the world through different perspectives. Wilder Child is a wonderful book to share with kids who feel connected to the earth and others enthusiastically and deeply. Enjoy and share with kids of all ages!
ARTHUR WRITES A STORY by Marc Brown
Arthur’s class homework assignment is to write a story, and he happily writes about his puppy, Pal. But all of his friends share their opinions about how he should change it. What's best for Arthur? His own ideas or those of others? Young writers of all ages will enjoy this story about valuing their own voice. Enjoy and share with family and friends!
QUIET by Tomie DePaola
Taking time to be quiet in our busy world can be such a blessing. Enjoy and share this peaceful book for kids of all ages.
LOLA AT THE LIBRARY by Anna McQuinn
It's Tuesday and time for a trip to the library. Join Lola as she enjoys a weekly adventure choosing books, playing in the children's section and enjoying her stories at bedtime.
ME...JANE by Patrick McDonald
This book tells the story of the young Jane Goodall and her special childhood toy chimpanzee named Jubilee. Young Jane observes the natural world around her with wonder, and dreams of "a life living with and helping all animals," until one day she finds that her dream has come true. Enjoy and share this book with kids of all ages.
THE OTHER SIDE by Jaqueline Woodson
In a segregated America, it's not safe to cross the fence that divides an African-American side of town from the white side. But the two girls, Clover and Anna, strike up a friendship and bend the rules by sitting on top of the fence together. Enjoy and share this wonderful story that teaches children empathy, compassion and acceptance.
THE RUNNAWAY BUNNY by Margaret Wise Brown
In this classic picture book by Margaret Wise Brown, a little bunny keeps running away from his mother in this imaginary game of hide-and-seek. Children of all ages will be comforted by this loving mother who finds her child every time.
I'LL BE THE WATER by Alex Aspinwall
We lost our beloved Papa in January, and I looked for a book to help our grandchildren understand something he wanted to share with them before he died. In this story a boy named Joshua and his grandfather love being together. But Grandpa gets sick and when he is able to come home from the hospital, he and Joshua share a fishing adventure in which he teaches his grandson one more lesson about love and how to grieve the loss of a loved one.
FOX IN SOCKS by Dr. Seuss
Do you like tongue twisters? You'll LOVE Fox in Socks, a classic by Dr. Seuss. Enjoy and share with kids of all ages!
THE KEEPING QUILT by Patricia Polacco
In this beautiful book with pictures that are as heartwarming as they are real, Patricia Polacco tells the story of her own family, and the quilt that remains a symbol of their enduring love and faith.
THE TRUTH ABOUT GRANDPARENTS by Elina Ellis
Grandparents are slow. Grandparents are scared of new things. And grandparents definitely don't dance -- right? A simple, playful storyline that children will love anticipating makes this a perfect read-aloud for modern families to share together.