Finding the right books for kids can make all the difference in helping them fall in love with reading. Whether you’re looking for engaging stories, themed book lists, or printables to go along with your reading, this collection is packed with ideas for young readers of all ages.
From seasonal favorites to educational picks, you’ll find plenty of inspiration for your next read—along with fun worksheets, reading logs, and activities to go with them. Ideal for homeschool, classroom, or family use.
This Halloween bookmarks printable came in handy one afternoon when I needed something quiet and creative for my son to do while I finished up a few things. He was completely focused, choosing colors for the pumpkins, carefully outlining the ghost’s face, and I realized it was one of those rare activities that didn’t need…
Mr D Math has only gone and written a book! I don’t hide the fact that we love Mr. D in our homeschool. So when I saw Teach by Dennis Dinoia on Amazon I had to grab a copy. We actually attended a homeschool convention last year and were lucky enough to attend one of…
History is one of our favorite subjects in our homeschool, and we’ve enhanced our experience by incorporating History Odyssey from Pandia Press, as you’ll discover in this History Odyssey review. We now love it even more. Before I go on, I just want to let you know that History Odyssey is one of the best…
Cinco de Mayo books for kids have become one of our favorite ways to explore Mexican culture at home. Over the years, we’ve built a small collection that we revisit every May—some focus on the history behind the Battle of Puebla, others highlight music, food, and family celebrations. Whether you’re introducing little ones to the…
Roald Dahl coloring pages have been a fun way for us to bring his stories to life, especially around Roald Dahl Day in September. Whether it’s Matilda with her stack of books or the BFG towering over Sophie, my son always gets excited to color in his favorite characters. These printables are great for quiet…
St Patrick’s Day books for kids are a great way to get into the festive spirit while keeping little ones entertained. Whether you’re reading together at home or adding a storytime element to your St Patrick’s Day activities, these books offer a mix of fun, learning, and celebration. With everything from playful tales about leprechauns…
The best children’s books by age are often the ones that truly match where a child is in their reading journey. When my son was younger, I quickly learned that what worked at age 5 didn’t hold his attention at 7, and by 10 he was ready for more complex adventures. That’s why I started…
Free printables for kids have become a huge part of our homeschool, and over the years I’ve built a collection of more than 850 of them here on Homeschool of 1. From worksheets and coloring pages to games, crafts, and seasonal activities, these resources are designed to make learning fun and stress-free. On this page,…
Some books about presidents for kids really helped my son understand history without it feeling like school. We’ve tried lots, but these stood out because they held his interest and gave him a good sense of the people behind the presidency. The list covers different ages and reading styles, and we used them as part…
Presidents’ Day is nearly upon us so I have created this free if I were President worksheet for you to print out and have fun with. These free printable story starters can be used with all age groups. It is a perfect way to have fun on President’s Day whether you homeschool, or you are just trying…
Every December, I pull out our box of Christmas books, some old favorites, a few new finds, and always the ones we have to read aloud together. These stories have become part of our holiday rhythm: a book before cocoa, one during lunch, another on Christmas Eve by the tree. Over the years, we’ve built…
Explore our LightSail for Homeschoolers review and discover how this innovative educational platform can benefit your homeschooling journey. Now, this is where my problem starts, as we homeschool we have loads of curriculum books, loads of workbooks, and even more reading books. So I thought rather than buying a new house to keep all the…
Usborne books are our absolute favorite educational books. They are written in a way that Freddie can understand, they are colorful, and even more than that they are informative. This list includes the absolute best Usborne books for homeschooling. We have been reading Usborne books for years since our son was a baby. But did…
I absolutely LOVE Mary Berry and we have been making her Classic Victorian Christmas Cake from her Christmas Collection book for a couple of years now. Keep reading for our detailed review of the Mary Berry Christmas Cake recipe. It is so super fruity and moist, it is our all-time favourite traditional Christmas Cake. We…