One of our favorite family activities is read-aloud time. It is part of our homeschool time, but also part of every vacation road trip. The key to making reading aloud enjoyable is to find good books to read. So today I’m going to share some of my favorite read-aloud books for kids that are fun for them to listen to and fun for you to read.
After years of read-aloud time I now find my three teenagers up in their room reading books aloud to each other. My heart is full…
Why Read-Aloud to Kids Who Can Already Read?
There are many reasons to continue read-aloud time long after your kids learn to read. Some of my biggest reasons for making this a regular part of our day:
- It builds their vocabulary.
My older girls are brilliant (seriously) but they still pronounce words incorrectly if they haven’t heard them before and have only read them in their head. - Teaches phrases, expressions, and idoms.
Kids are very literal and many times when they read books to themselves they skip over phrases that make no sense to them. You can pause your reading at any point and discuss parts that you think they might not understand. - Strengthens listening skills.
Every person on earth needs to learn how to listen better. Listening to stories regularly helps your kids develop the ability to listen intently so they don’t miss out on the story. - Teaches that reading is fun.
Many times kids will hesitate to pick up longer books or branch out of genres they enjoy. As you pick books you can find books you know they will love and slowly show them that day by day you can read all sorts of great stories!
Note: All of the links below will take you to Amazon, where you can find copies of the books in different formats (Kindle, paperback, hardcover, etc.), but my best frugal recommendation is to always check the library first! I even found that many of these are available through Hoopla and Overdrive (apps that are free through most libraries).
35 Best Read-Aloud Books for Kids
Pie by Sarah Weeks
A story about Alice and her search for a missing pie crust recipe and solve the mystery of what happened to her much loved Aunt Polly. We recently read this aloud and every person in the house stopped to listen (even Dad). We were laughing so hard we cried!
The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane by Kate Dicamillo
Sometimes when you love a toy it really does come alive. Follow the story of a much loved toy as he ventures from home to home and adventure to adventure.
Today is your last chance toget an extra 25% off select styles at Converse, including some sale styles! There are hundreds of styles to choose from.
Converse Coupon Code:
Use code JUNESALE at checkout to get the deal
Deal Ideas:
CONS One Star Pro Alltimers $29.97 (reg. $80)
– Use code JUNESALE to get 25% off
Makes it $18.72 shipped
Cherry Print Canvas Tote Bag $24.97 (reg. $35)
– Use code JUNESALE to get 25% off
Makes it $18.72 shipped
Sport Stack Long Sleeve T-Shirt $24.97 (reg. $35)
– Use code JUNESALE to get 25% off
Makes it $18.72 shipped
This deal ends today, 6/16. Shipping is FREE when you login (free to join). Read More→
This weekend QVC is offering 20% off your entire purchase, a coupon we’ve never seen them offer before! This offer is making crazy good prices on all things Dyson with many of them also on sale right now.
Each of these is by far the best price online right now, plus they all ship for free!
QVC Coupon Code
20NEWQ – 20% off entire purchase, up to $50 savings
Note: This coupon is for new accounts only that have never placed an order.
Lowest Price Dyson Deals
Dyson Hot & Cool Bladeless Fan & Heater – $319.99 (reg. $449.99)
-$50 off with 20NEWQ
makes it $269.99 shipped
Dyson AM07 Bladeless Oscillating Tower Fan – $279.98 (reg. $367.99)
-$50 off with 20NEWQ
makes it $229.98 shipped
Dyson V11 Cordfree Vacuum w/ Floor Dock & Tool Bundle – $449.98 (reg. $569.99)
-$50 off with 20NEWQ
makes it $399.99 shipped
Dyson V8 Animal Cordfree Vacuum w/ 8 tools – $349.98 (reg. $469)
-$50 off with 20NEWQ
makes it $299.98 shipped
Head to Old Navy to stock up on shirts for dad! Through today only, get $5 Men’s Tees. Choose free store pick up and get them by Father’s Day!
Also get $3 Tanks for Women & Girls through today.
This offer ends today, 6/15. Shipping is free for Rewards Members with orders of $50+.
See more ONLINE SHOPPING DEALS!
Able has extended their code EMPOWERHER through tomorrow! Continue to get 30% off Bags, Clothing and Accessories sitewide. This Able code includes sale items!
Able leather pieces are a practical, beautiful addition to any wardrobe, and the rest of their stock is full of lovely, ethically made items as well!
Shipping at Able is free for orders over $100. Head on over to use this code before the weekend is over!
Deal Ideas
Addison Knotted Tote – $154 (reg $238)
– use code EMPOWERHER for 30% off
makes it $107.80
Dalia Blouse – $56 (reg $110)
– use code EMPOWERHER for 30% off
makes it $39.20
X ring – $28 (reg $50)
– use code EMPOWERHER for 30% off
makes it $19.60
Perry Shoulder crossbody – $124 (reg $188)
– use code EMPOWERHER for 30% off
makes it $86.80
This code ends tomorrow, so shop soon!
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Get a sweet Father’s Day gift this week, or just grab a new tablet for yourself. Best Buy has top tablet brands on sale all weekend, with in-store pickup ready in 2 hours or free 2-day shipping.
These are all great options with 5-star reviews, lots of power and memory.
Tip: If you have an older tablet, consider trading it in during your purchase. They are offering great trade-in values, I got $150 for a 2019 7th generation iPad!
3-Day Weekend Tablet Deals
Lenovo Tab M9, 9 inch Tablet, 32 GB – $99.99 (reg. $139.99)
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9, 11 inch Tablet, 64 GB – $179.99 (reg. $219.99)
Apple iPad, 10.2 inch (9th Generation) with Wifi, 64 GB – $249.99 (reg. $329.99)
Through Saturday, get up to 50% off Patio & Grilling Accessories at Target just in time for long summer evenings outdoors!
If you’ve waited til the last minute to get a Father’s Day gift, you can also order online and pick up in-store!
Deal Ideas:
Newair 12″ Portable Electric Indoor and Outdoor Pizza Oven with Accessory Kit – $199.99 (reg. $287.49)
17-pc BBQTool Set with Zipper Case in Black Room Essentials – $21 (reg. $30)
2pc Caryl Outdoor Wicker Chair & Side Table with Cushion Light Brown/Beige – $125.29 (reg. $179)
Head to your store starting Sunday, 6/16 to find these deals from the new Walgreens ad. Get FREE Crest toothpaste and more.
Register Rewards – Month Long
- $5 RR WYB (2) Allergy Relief Items
Zyrtec Allergy Relief, 24-30 ct, $21.99
-$4 off Zyrtec Adult item, 24-40 ct, excl wipes (sign in) printable
(buy (2), use (2) $4 off, makes it $15.49 ea.)
Astepro Children’s Allergy Relief, $4 off
-$5 off Astepro or Astepro Children’s Allergy item, 60-spray +, SS 05/19 (EXP 6/16)
Benadryl Allergy Relief, 100 ct, $16.49
(buy (2), makes it $14.49 ea.)
Astepro or Claritin Allergy Relief, 100 ct, $44.99
-$5 off Astepro or Astepro Children’s Allergy item, 60-spray +, SS 05/19 (EXP 6/16)
-$10 off Claritin or Children’s Claritin, 56-ct+, excl Claritin-D, limit 1, Ibotta mobile app
(buy (2), use (2) $5 off and $10 off Ibotta, makes it $32.49 ea.)
Claritin Allergy Relief, 30 tablets, $21.99
-$5 off Claritin Non-Drowsy or Claritin-D item, 15-ct, excludes Children’s, SS 05/19 (EXP 6/16)
-$4 off Claritin item or Claritin-D, Children’s Claritin 15-45 ct, or Astepro Allergy 60-120 sparays, Walgreens (EXP 6/21) eCoupon (limit reached)
-$5 off Claritin Non-Drowsy item or Children’s item, 30 ct+, Walgreens eCoupon
(buy (2), use (2) $5 off, makes it $14.49 ea.)
Nasonex Allergy Relief, 60 sprays, $4 off
Allegra, Nasacort or Xyzal Allergy Relief, 30 tablets, $19.99
-$3 off Xyzal allergy relief products, select 20-55 ct tablets, limit 1, Ibotta mobile app
-$4 off Allegra allergy relief products, select 12HR 24-35 ct, -D 10-30 ct, or Hives 30 ct, limit 1, at Walgreens, Ibotta mobile app
-$5 off Allegra 24-45ct, Allegra D or Children’s Allegra item, Walgreens eCoupon
-$5 off Nasacort Allergy 24HR 120 Spray, Walgreens eCoupon
-$5 off Xyzal 35-55 ct item, Walgreens eCoupon
(buy (2), use (2) $5 off mfr and $3 off ibotta, makes it $9.49 ea.)
Flonase or Sensimist Allergy Relief, 144 sprays, $27.99
-$2 off Flonase product (sign-up), 60-spray+ bottle printable
-$5 off Flonase product (sign up), 120 spray printable
-$10 Walgreens Cash with $35 purchase of participating items, with coupon, Walgreens eCoupon
-$3 off Flonase item, Walgreens eCoupon
(buy (2), use (2) $5 off, makes it $20.49 ea.)
Walgreens Allergy Relief, B1G1 50% off
Walgreens Allergy Relief Tablets, 100ct, $12.99
-$10 Walgreens Cash with $35 purchase of participating items, with coupon, Walgreens eCoupon
Zyrtec Allergy Relief, 90 ct, $5 off
-$4 off Zyrtec Adult item, 24-40 ct, excl wipes (sign in) printable
Claritin Allergy Relief, 60-70 ct, $42.99
-$10 off Claritin or Children’s Claritin, 56-ct+, excl Claritin-D, limit 1, Ibotta mobile app
-$5 off Claritin Non-Drowsy item or Children’s item, 30 ct+, Walgreens eCoupon
(buy (2), use $5 off mfr and $10 off ibotta, makes it $32.99 ea.)
Claritin Children’s Allergy Relief, $21.99
-.75/1 Claritin Children’s item, excl Chewables 10 ct, limit 5, cannot use with other coupons, Checkout 51 mobile app
-$5 off Claritin Children’s item, 20-ct+ or 4 oz+, excl Claritin-D, SS 05/19 (EXP 6/16)
-$5 off Claritin Non-Drowsy item or Children’s item, 30 ct+, Walgreens eCoupon
(buy (2), use (2) $5 off, makes it $14.49 ea.)
Flonase Allergy Relief Spray, 72 ct, $21.99 reg price
-$2 off Flonase product (sign-up), 60-spray+ bottle printable
-$3 off Flonase item, Walgreens eCoupon
(buy (2), use both coupons, makes it $16.99 ea.) Read More→
Here is a list of the deals from the new Target weekly ad that will start on Sunday, 6/16. Get 20% off select swimwear and more.
Gift Card Deals
- $5 Target Gift Card WYB (2) Select Pain Relief Items
Advil Liqui-Gels, 80 ct., $11.29
(buy (2), makes it $8.79 ea. after gift card)
Biofreeze Pain Gel, 3 oz, $11.99
-$3 off BioFreeze product, excl trial, limit 2, SS 05/19
-$3 off Biofreeze product, excl Overnight printable
-$2 off Biofreeze product, excl Overnight printable
(buy (2), use (2) $3 off, makes it $6.49 ea. after gift card) - $10 Target Gift Card WYB (3) Select Household Essentials
Charmin Ultra Soft Bath Tissue, 12 mega XL rolls, $19.99
(buy (3), makes it $16.66 ea. after gift card)
Bounce Dryer Sheets 240 ct. or Downy Fabric Softener 64 oz, $9.99
(buy (3), makes it $6.66 ea. after gift card)
Gain Laundry Detergent, 113 oz, $12.99
(buy (3), makes it $9.66 ea. after gift card)
Tide Laundry Detergent 84 oz or 32 ct., $12.99
-$3 off Tide Pods 32-81 ct., Power Pods 25-48 ct., excl liquid, powder printable
(buy (3) Pods, use (2) $3 off, makes it $7.66 ea. after gift card)
Bounty Paper Towels, 6 mega rolls, $22.49
(buy (3), makes it $19.16 ea. after gift card)
Finish Ultimate Dishwasher Tabs, 38 ct., $15.49
(buy (3), makes it $12.16 ea. after gift card)
Glad ForceFlex 13 Gallon Trash Bags, 50 ct., $12.89
-1750 points WYB Glad Trash Bags, purchase $15, limit 1, enter code N0REC before first receipt to get 2000 Bonus points, Fetch Rewards mobile app
-.75/1 Glad trash bags, ForceFlex MaxStrength 13 gal bags + 20-ct+, or large trash bags 30 gal 15-ct+, limit 5, at Kroger, Publix, Target, Walmart, Ibotta mobile app
-$1.25 off Glad trash bags, ForceFlex drawstring Pine Sol, limit 5, at Kroger, Target, Ibotta mobile app
(buy (3), use (3) $1.25 off, makes it $8.31 ea. after gift card)
Off! Insect Repellant, 7.5 oz, $10.99
-$1 off Off! products, excl trial, limit 5, Ibotta mobile app
(buy (3), use (3) $1 off, makes it $6.66 ea. after gift card)
Puffs Ultra Soft Facial Tissues, 8 pk, $13.49
(buy (3), makes it $10.16 ea. after gift card)
Air Wick Vibrant Essential Oil Air Freshener Mist, $14.49
-$1.25 off Air Wick Essential Mist Starter Kit (sign up) via PayPal printable
-$1/2 Air Wick products, excl 8 oz aerosol printable
-$6 off Air Wick Essential Mist Starter Kit or Gadget, any, limit 1, at Kroger, Publix, Target, Walmart, Ibotta mobile app
(use $6 off, makes it $8.49) Read More→
