Jean Kuo Lee

Jean Kuo Lee is a writer from California with a B.A. in English from UCLA, a former career in interior design, and a current calling to homeschool her children. She writes for parents and kids on several blogs with publications forthcoming. To contact her or to see more of her work, visit www.jeankuolee.com. Twitter: @JeanKuoLee

9 of the Best Mermaid Picture Books

Here are some excellent kid-approved mermaid picture books, voted as the most artful, fanciful, and captivating ones out there.

A Letter to Hans Christian Andersen

A fan of the fairy tale weaver writes a letter to Hans Christian Andersen, and offers a list of Andersen tales and picture book biographies.

8 Insightful Picture Books to Help Kids Cope With Anxiety

These picture books for anxious kids are a great starting place for helping children understand and name their fear.

5 Compelling Memoirs of Women Who Hiked the PCT

Here are a select few of the most interesting memoirs written or co-authored by women who hiked the Pacific Crest Trail.

8 North Korean Defector and Captivity Stories That Will Break Your Heart

These North Korean defector stories, as told by the brave individuals who escaped captivity, will open your eyes and leave you speechless.

6 Great Multicultural Cinderella Picture Books

Enjoy these multicultural Cinderella picture books as lovely bedtime stories, leave them strewn around the house, and let them take you far and wide.

Keep Reading Aloud to the Kids (It’s Worth It)

Taking a look at why parents, teachers, and librarians prioritize reading aloud to the kids, and why this parent personally loves the activity.