He is now 6 and in 1st grade! Time slow down!!

Unabashedly - without embarrassment, shame, and hesitation

Have you ever unabashedly loved a book that others might not have expected you to enjoy? Or have you ever been surprised by someone’s book choice?

BookTube – A community on YouTube where readers create and share videos about books, including reviews, book hauls, reading challenges, and discussions.

Reading about BookTube immediately made me think of TikTok trends, like CleanTok, TeacherTok, GardenTok, and MakeupTok, where people share their passions through short videos. At some point, I've found myself on all of those sides of TikTok. The rise of BookTok on TikTok is another example of how online communities are shaping reading culture and making books more accessible and engaging.

Have you ever watched a BookTube or BookTok video that influenced what you read? If not, is there any side of TikTok that has influenced you? Do you think social media trends are helping more people discover books?

The Reader’s Bill of Rights – "6. The right to escapism."

Escapism – The act of mentally escaping reality through books, movies, or other forms of entertainment, often for relaxation or enjoyment.

I never knew there was a reader’s bill of rights, and I didn’t realize there was a word for the way books make me feel. But escapism describes exactly why I love reading! I remember being 13, completely lost in the Drama High series, and I could almost smell the soul food Jayd’s grandmother was cooking. That moment made me feel like I was right there in the story.

Have you ever experienced escapism while reading? What book completely pulled you into its world, making you forget reality for a while?

Some authors and illustrators have a way of changing their style so effortlessly that each book feels completely unique.

Page 48, Paragraph 3 – Children’s Literature in Action
"Many authors and artists have developed quite a body of outstanding picture books for children, and their styles range from distinctive and unmistakable to chameleon-like and varying from book to book."

Chameleon-like – Able to change or adapt in appearance, style, or behavior, much like a chameleon changes color to blend into its surroundings.

This word perfectly describes versatile authors and illustrators who adapt their creative style depending on the story they’re telling. Some, like Dr. Seuss, have an instantly recognizable style, while others, like Margaret Atwood or Kate DiCamillo, shift their tone and genre across different works. Their ability to reinvent themselves keeps readers engaged and excited for what’s next.

Can you think of an author, illustrator, or even an actor who has a chameleon-like ability to change their style?