Babies love to be read to. They are hungry for the information in the pictures, and the sound of the words as they are read. But to be a good book for baby requires more than just printing a children's book on thick cardboard and calling it a board book. The words and pictures need to be geared towards these new learners. Below are some of our favorites.

Our grandchildren are still forming their view of the world. The younger they are, the greater our chance to help them develop a wide, inclusive view that doesn't see a line between Us and Other.

In an effort to elevate black voices, the following books are all by black authors. While I’ve provided affiliate links to them on Amazon, consider buying them from a black-owned bookstore.