The love of reading continues as we sampled yet another book club, Jambo. Let me tell you that this book club for kids did NOT disappoint. We received two high quality books that we thoroughly enjoyed, and we are very excited to add them to our bookshelf! Read on for more great information on the sampling of book clubs for kids – round 3!
Jambo Book Club ~
Jambo Books offers you the opportunity to add fun multicultural children’s books to your home library. I believe many of us get stuck in the rut of buying books that match our own personal culture. This subscription sends you two beautifully illustrated books each month that helps teach children that all people are equal even though we all look different.
Books Included In Our Subscription ~
When Grandma Gives You A Lemon Tree ~
This delightful story teaches kids that sometimes the most unexpected gifts bring the most joy. A birthday list is made, however, Grandma brings a gift that is NOT on the list! “What? Didn’t she know what I wanted? My list was everything electronic….not a lemon tree!” We soon realize that this is a gift that keeps on giving in so many ways!
Bob, Not Bob!
When children are sick, they just want their mom (or dad) for comfort more than anything else. However, when your voice gets congested, calling for mom can sound like so many other things. This book is fun to read with all the funny antics that arise when your voice doesn’t sound quite like itself!
Both of our stories depicted children of color in everyday situations. What a great way to help children realize that while they may have physical differences, their every day activities are the same.
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