Idioms — I’m Letting the Cat out of the Bag
Idioms — We use them all the time, but does everyone understand?
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Legend of the Storm Sneezer- Christian Speculative Middle Grade Fiction
We review a lot of picture books and Bible stories. But Legend of the Storm Sneezer is a middle grade speculative fiction novel produced by Monster Ivy, an indie publishing company with the motto, “Edgy, clean fiction with Christian values.” … Continue reading →
Exciting Resource for Christian Families
We love to hike the trails in our nearby mountains. Nature surrounds us with pine trees as tall as cathedrals towering over our heads. And from the tiniest acorn to a bristly pinecone to the tallest fir tree, creation sings … Continue reading →
A Mother’s List of Books for Children
Doesn’t the image above bring a sigh to your lips? Do you long for the ‘good ‘ole days’ where books were edifying, instructive, inspirational and may I say it —didactic? *gasp*
Continue reading →July 4th Book Idea and Extension Activities
The book America is… by Louise Borden and illustrated by Stacey Schuett, is a wonderful text to help your family celebrate Independence Day. The text has a poetic flow, and on each page spread it depicts many unique slices of … Continue reading →
Read and Discuss MIRIAM AT THE RIVER by Jane Yolen
Miriam at the River, by Jane Yolen and illustrated by Khoa Le, is a retelling of the biblical narrative of baby Moses from the perspective of his sister Miriam. If you are unfamiliar with the account, the setting is Egypt, … Continue reading →