From being happy in your skin and home to easy cooking, crafting and more, these recent books are sure to get you – and your kids – in gear for a new year.
The Tiniest Tumbleweed
Written by Kathy Peach; Illustrations by Alex Lopez
A tiny tumbleweed and small sparrow inspire kids to chase their dreams, think big thoughts despite their size and circumstances – and to be the best person they can be. $12.95. Five Star Publications, Inc., January 2016. Ages 4-9.
Creating Really Awesome Free Things
By Jamie Dorobek
Looking for something to do with the kids? The writer behind the blog of the same name (C.R.A.F.T.) offers step-by-step instructions and pictures for quick crafts that help with fine motor skills and creativity. $17.99. Adams Media, 2015. Ages 4-8.
Once Upon a Zombie
By Billy Phillips and Jenny Nissenson
Fear is like a hoard of zombies overtaking a group of apocalypse survivors. This book uses these iconic horror creatures to show how anxiety can eat up your brain – and how you can overcome it. $17.95. The Toon Studio Press, 2015. Ages 8-16.
Tiny Bites
By Susan Berry Eberhardt
Pull out that toy oven that’s been in storage for years, grab the kids and whip up pizza, hamburgers, cake and bread with recipes that don’t require those pre-mixed bags of ingredients. $16.95. Epigraph Publishing, 2015. Ages 8-plus.
My Fringe Hours
By Jessica N. Turner
This lifestyle blogger tackles the idea of taking care of the responsibilities moms already have, spending time with family and finding pockets to pursue passions – rather than picking up extra stuff to do. $9.99. Revell, 2015. Ages 18-plus.
