Toddler

When it comes to little kid's clothes, it's tough to justify spending a lot of money because they'll quickly grow out of them (assuming they don't destroy them first). Thankfully, this year there are plenty of spring clothes for toddlers under $20…

Nighttime is the final stretch of a long day for parents of young children, and picture books are getting us over the finish line — just ask Chelsea Clinton, author of Grandma's Gardens, vice chair of the Clinton Foundation, and a mother of three…

This post is updated regularly so parents can know the latest news, science, and recommendations around coronavirus, also known as COVID-19. We know to sing the new Baby Shark song while we help wash those little hands, and we totally understand…

The author of the forthcoming Mary Underwater, Shannon Doleski, is reading from her book as part of Operation Storytime. When you're supposed to be having a launch party or press tour in the time of this coronavirus, it's time to bring the fun…

Anna Kang and illustrator Christopher Weyant are a wife and husband team behind many picture books. And Anna Kang has been reading many of their books for Operation Storytime. (You can find more readalouds by following the #OperationStorytime…

Dashka Slater is a journalist, a bestselling young adult writer, and a middle grade and picture book author. And she has brought the absolute funniest, most expressive, and best costumed readaloud to Operation Storytime. (If you want all things…

The coronavirus pandemic is causing a lot of uncertainty about a lot of things. Isolation and quarantining makes sense, but it's hard to figure out which location is considered an essential. And even if it is a place you can go, many are afraid and…

Wouldn't it be nice if kids kept the toys in their bedroom in an orderly fashion? Since that's not reality, you can keep things organized (including your budget) by investing in storage baskets under $20. Whether you want some to blend in with your…

Author and illustrator Oge Mora is a Caldecott Honor Award winner. So she's kind of a Big Deal. And she has jumped into #OperationStorytime with warmth and gusto. Operation Storytime is a wonderful collab between Romper and authors and creators…

Fashionista Eva Chen brought the fashion world to the children's book set with her debut picture book Juno Valentine And The Magical Shoes and its sequel Juno Valentine And The Fantastic Fashion Adventure, and has recorded readings of both as a part…

The reality of distance learning and homeschooling might be setting in and some of the world's most generous, talented, and delightful authors and creators are keeping the goods rolling on #OperationStorytime across social media. There's a little…

Whether you need five minutes of distraction so you can load the dishwasher or an hour of engaging content so you can attend a Zoom meeting, YouTube is the prime destination for busy parents everywhere. But if you're looking for more than mindless…

Some kids would rather do anything than clean, while others are tidy by nature. Younger kids sometimes think cleaning is fun, while older kids recognize the activity for the chore it truly is. But whether they enjoy the process of cleaning or not,…

Few things are as cute as a little kid singing one of their favorite songs (yes, that even includes "Baby Shark"). Unfortunately, as tots grow up, they become more self-conscious and less likely to belt out a tune for no apparent reason. So what is…

Do you ever check on your sleeping toddler only to find they’re covered head to toe in their comforter? When you pull back the blanket, they’re breathing fine, even if they’re a little sweaty. But why do toddlers sleep with blankets over their heads…

A stuffed animal or baby doll helps calm some kids down in times of stress and trouble. My child specifically carries round a book as a comfort item — it doesn't even have to be read to him; he just loves to carry one around. Why is that? Katie…

Snacks and toddlers seem to go hand-in-hand. Most parents try to make sure snacks are available to their kiddos whenever they ask for them to avoid another meltdown — the last thing they want is their little one getting hangry on top of their other…

In 1940, as the United States prepared to face a different global threat, a problem arose: What to do about the young children? As the “great arsenal of democracy” began to churn out the machinery of war and men left the factories for the front…

Right now, things are tough for families as tension and stress continue to rise (and everyone is stuck in very close quarters). To help keep everyone's mental health in check, now is a great time to download some meditation apps for kids and…