Secrets to Finding Books for Kids




Hi, wonderful parents!

Over the years I've been asked by a lot of parents to help find books for their children. For children who are eager readers and not so eager readers, children who want a certain thing or just have to read 20 minutes a day. I can't always be there for you, so I've created this website, with lots of tips and links, to help you with this important job.

Secrets to Finding Books for Kids

Good luck!
Ms. Travis

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