Celebrate the holidays in color with these favorite African-American Christmas books! So many of my favorite memories growing up are from Christmas time. The women in my family have always been enthusiastic about the holiday season. From the decorations to the food, they left nothing undone when it was time to celebrate. Everything I learned …
Holiday books
It shouldn’t be difficult to find Christmas books about Jesus. As much as I love the holiday season with all its sparkling lights, gifts, and yummy treats, make no mistake about it—I know the true meaning of Christmas. We’re celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ, and that’s really why it’s my favorite time of the …
It feels like Christmas Eve in the Riley house tonight. Even though it’s August, the anticipatory energy is in the air, and the adrenaline rushing through our bodies is palpable. Or that could just be me. Oh my goodness, y’all! Ayva starts kindergarten tomorrow! I am incredibly excited, but at the same time I’m freaking out …
There are a ton of books about Christmas for preschoolers, and I think I know why. Name something more adorable than a preschooler at Christmas time. Other than babies (and maybe dogs wearing Santa costumes), I’m sure you can’t. That’s why I believe authors love writing holiday stories that they know will put a smile …