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Library finds

Little O loves books. It doesn't matter what they are about, if they are appropriate for children, or if it's in another language. She will ask you to read it, or more often then not just read it herself. Granted she cannot read yet, but she will still try!

As you can guess, library days are some of our favorites. We try to go once a week, though lately I've been checking out so many books for her we don't have to go as often. I thought I would share some that we've gotten lately that we enjoy.

One of our favorites, definitely going to have to add it to our personal collection. This whole series is wonderful.

Always love reading about animals.

Reading about different cultures, traditions, and holidays is one of my favorite things to do.

Quite a bit beyond O's understanding, but this book introduces math in a very interesting way, as well as being stewards of the earth.

Cousteau is O's grandfather's idol, so of course we had to read all about him. Beautiful illustrations to boot.

Sweet story about how a little girl helps out at the family shop.

Such beautiful and vibrant illustrations.

Definitely one of the most beautiful nonfiction books out there. Where were these sorts of books when I was in school??

A bit beyond O's comprehension, but a lovely story about refugees. Definitely give this a look.

Such a cool way of looking at large concepts.

We love wishes in this house!

Another beautiful book, which I have already added to our personal library. O recently learned the alphabet song, and a few minutes after she sang it all the way through for the first time she picked up this book and spelled out the whole title with no help! I think this girl is going places.

Sharing books with O, as well as with you all here, is one of my favorite things. If I could I'd have floor to ceiling book shelves in at least half the house. They are one of the only things I don't think I'd ever be able to minimize. 

Have you read any lovely, sweet, beautiful, or eye opening books lately? I'm always looking for recommendations!

Peace, happiness, and joy
Naomi

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