Booklist 3 now available: Imagine that!

Our third booklist is called Imagine that! We have selected books that encourage and inspire imaginative thinking and pretend play, important parts of early childhood development. Take a look at the books we have chosen here:

http://lucysbookclub.org/page/download-booklists

You may also print a bookmark from our website. Or, go to your local Wake County public library (or any other of our project partners) to pick up a free bookmark. A complete list of our project partners can be found here:

http://lucysbookclub.org/page/meet-our-project-partners

The Kissing Hand

Today's post is written by kindergarten teacher and panel member, Christa Love.

Have you read The Kissing Hand by Audrey Penn to your child yet? If not, I would highly suggest you head to the library or to your local bookstore such as Quail Ridge Books and get a copy! It’s a book that appeals to all young children, but especially ones who are going through a tough time of letting Mommy or Daddy go. Chester the raccoon is such a cute and friendly character with whom children can easily identify. It might be fun for you and your child to act out the story using a homemade or store bought raccoon. Take turns with your child, you be the Mommy and your child be Chester and switch roles if you like. Many children feel most comfortable talking about their worries through a prop such as a puppet because it allows them a safe distance to express themselves. It’s a book that you can come back to time and time again with your young child.