Book of the Week: David Bowie
In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy best-selling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of David Bowie, the starman who dazzled audiences with his music. As a child, young David had a head full of songs and ideas. He was inspired by the pop and mod scenes in Britain to pick […]
Book of the Week: Children’s Titles from Embrace Race
Children’s books are one of the most effective and practical tools for initiating critical conversations with children. The following list is curated by The Conscious Kid and American Indians in Children’s Literature. We hope these resources will help your family initiate a dialogue regarding race and resisting oppression. The following is an excerpt of titles […]
Starting with a New Nanny Family
Starting with a New Nanny Family? Starling Agency has your Back! Working in a private family home can be a very challenging experience for first time nannies or caregivers switching to a new position. Families already have a set routine
Book of the Week: Secret Lives of Unicorns
Fun For Kids Who Love Magic! If you thought unicorns were imaginary, think again. Anatomy, evolution, life cycle, magical properties: prepare to learn just how much you didn’t know about these fantastic, magical equines. A full encyclopedia of all things unicorns–fun for kids who love magic! Published by Flying Eye Books ABOUT US: Starling Agency […]
Times May Be Tough, but Girl Scouts are Resilient
To all the Girl Scouts out there, we salute you! True story! Starling’s Placement Director, Diane, earned a black belt in Girl Scouting! Ok, maybe not, but she is a Girl Scout lifer. We were curious to learn how the Girl Scouts are adapting during this time, so we reached out to Diane’s sister and […]
Book of the Week: My Dad Used to Be So Cool
Keith Negley’s playful and emotional art tells this story of a new father who is no longer the cool guy he once was. He looks back wistfully on his crazy times playing in a band, riding a motorcycle, and getting tattoos. Those days may be behind him, but his young son still thinks he’s […]
How To Thrive with Work-From-Home Parents
WFH is the New Normal! With the Stay-at-Home-Order underway, many nannies have found themselves not only juggling bored kiddos, but the dynamic of work from home parents. While some nannies and families have figured out the delicate balance.
Book of the Week: Niblet & Ralph
Two pet cats switch places in this comically sweet story of mistaken identity, from beloved author-illustrator Zachariah OHora. Niblet and Ralph may look a lot alike, but they are very different. Niblet loves noshing on crunchy potato chips. Ralph loves putting on headphones and jamming to his favorite records. But both cats have one thing […]
At Home with your Nanny Kids
We got you covered! Activities to help during the Stay-at-Home Order and Beyond Quarantined with your nanny kids and find them bouncing off the walls? Here at Starling we know the feeling! We’ve compiled a list of fun activities for you to do with your nanny (or own) kids during lockdown that will help you […]
Book of the Week: Through the Forest
A choose-your-own-adventure story whose fantastical illustrations will engage children exploring on their own or sharing an adventure with their parents Through the Forest is a game book in which the reader is the hero! Through the use of delicate yet enchanting illustrations and an intriguing story, illustrator Steffie Brocoli and author Catherine Bidet create an […]