As the new year ushers in a fresh beginning and the cold winter air wraps around us, January is the perfect time to embrace new opportunities and start afresh. This year, Make It Cute and OurShelves are teaming up to inspire new beginnings by transforming your playhouse into a cozy and rejuvenating space. Get ready to welcome the new year with creativity, cozy reads, and exciting changes as we dive into our January OurShelves playhouse book delivery!
New Year, New Books
There's something reassuring about the start of a new year—whether it's the notion of setting new goals, the comfort of fresh starts, or the inherent coziness that comes at this time of year. The world slows down a bit as people rearrange their priorities and intentionally settle into the New Year. This January, Make It Cute is delighted to ring in the New Year with two wonderfully cozy books expertly curated by OurShelves: A Big Bed for Little Snow and The Last Marshmallow.
Books for those Newly Fallen Snow Days
To complement the inviting vibes of the season, OurShelves is delivering two inspiring books this month that will spark imagination and help your little ones embrace the coziness of the winter season.
Book of the Month #1:A Big Bed for Little Snow by Grace Lin
In this heartwarming story, readers get introduced to their first snow. Little Snow can’t resist the fun of jumping on his new cozy bed his Mom made for him. Find out what happens when Little Snow jumps instead of sleeps on his big, fluffy, bouncy bed!
Book of the Month #2:The Last Marshmallow
In this math-forward book, two friends are faced with a delicious problem. There are three marshmallows between the two of them and they must use their number sense to divide the treats equally. Bringing together foundational math skills, diverse characters and a compelling story, this book is sure to delight the young ones in your life!
The Magic of New Beginnings
The start of the year isn’t just about resolutions—it’s about embracing the potential for rest, change, and exploration. Books like A Big Bed for Little Snow and The Last Marshmallow encourage children to:
- Foster Empathy: The stories inspire children to be kind and thoughtful to others.
- Ignite Imagination: Through adventures in the winter months, these books open up new worlds of creativity.
- Celebrate the Seasons: These stories remind us all that every day offers a chance to appreciate the seasons of life.
How to Make the Most of Your January Reading Time
Ready to make the most of your January reading routine? Here are a few tips to make your story time extra special:
- Create a Cozy Reading Nook: Use one of our adorable playhouses to set up a comfy corner with blankets, pillows, and warm lighting to make reading time even cozier.
- Dress for the Occasion: Start the year off right by encouraging your little ones to dress in their favorite outfits, whether it's winter gear or something new and festive.
- Interactive Reading: Bring the stories to life with animated voices, sounds, and actions. Let your little ones participate by helping you read aloud or acting out parts of the story.
Embrace the energy of a fresh new year, fill your playhouse with positivity, and enjoy a new imaginative adventure or two with the ones you love. Happy New Year from Make It Cute and OurShelves!
About OurShelves
OurShelves champions diverse children's literature and is dedicated to curating books that reflect a wide range of experiences and cultures. By focusing on inclusivity, OurShelves ensures that every child can see themselves in the stories they read. We're excited to collaborate with them to bring you books that inspire and empower young readers.
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