Buddingbookworms
DECEMBER
2025 | ISSUE17
Books, literacy tips, andmore! STAFF PICKS OF THE YEAR
Get some laughs as you follow a tired family try everything to get their new baby to fall asleep. But it seems their baby is determined to stay awake forever. This would make a great gift for big siblings & new parents-to-be.
One morning, Mr Norton finds a mouse in his hat and then birds in his bicycle. No big deal. But what happens when more animals keep moving in with him? This book makes a for a perfect readaloud and great story to teach about the importance of kindness
Peddler travels making puddles for all his friends and he enjoys it. But soon he realizes he is lonely and longs for a place of his own. With the help of his friends, Peddler gets his own home. A sweet picture book filled with the importance of community & friendship.
Every morning, a young Tabitha greets the Sun, with a “Hello There, Sunshine!”
But one morning, the sun is not there! But Tabitha does not let that stop her, she simply must find the sun But will she be able to do it? This book serves a great reminder to always look on the bright side and find the sunshine within yourself
Every Monday Mabel takes a chair drags it down the hallway and out the door and waits. Mabel has been looking forward to this all week and it’s the best thing ever. Her family does not quite get what’s going on until they see a certain truck honking from down the street.
Another great readaloud as a young boy goes to the store asking for simple items - carrots, a chair, a cake, etc and instead leaves with a number of wild animals instead! This is a funny story that your kids will be asking to read again and again Plus it’s a great way to practice naming items and animals
A great interactive board book with a variety of animals with each refrain “Mommy Loves Me” Kids will love watching the faces of the animal change with each turn of the page!
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Annie Silvestr
Annie Silvestro graduated from Georgetown University, and is the author of many children’s books. Early in her career, she moved to New York and worked for Harper’s Bazaar, Talk and Allure Magazine in the editorial departments. Annie says that she “can often be seen shuffling piles of them around so she has a place to sit or somewhere to put her teacup”. She lives in New Jersey with her family by the beach.
BEYOND
THE BOOK:
Make a winter bucket list with your little one using this printable graphic Make the season magical and watch the excitement grow as items are checked off the list!
PHOTO CRED: From My Bowl
PHOTO CRED: Fox Farm Home
PHOTO CRED: Childhood Magic
This classic gingerbread cookie recipe is especially great because it is also allergy friendly making it perfect for classroom
your kiddo experiment with color and pattern with this DIY coffee filter snowflake craft! Not only will it keep little hands busy, it will add a whimsical winter touch to your home!