Book Review: What is America?
On this special day in American history, we pause to remember and give honor to the individuals and families whose hearts we love and whose courage was tested.
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Arrr-gust! Happy International Pirate Month!
Arrr-gust is International Pirate Month! So wherever ye be in the wide wide world, whether sailing the seven seas or searching fer buried treasure on a deserted island, bring out all yer favorite piratey books and celebrate!
Continue reading →Celebrate National Friendship Day—August 1, 2021
Friends are such a blessing! It is always nice to have good friends, but it’s even more important to BE a good friend. Being kind, considerate, and encouraging to each other is the key! We can read many verses in … 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 →
May Day Baskets
One of my earliest childhood memories is of my mother showing me how to make a May Day basket. The plan was to make the simple basket, put a few flowers in it, and hang it on a neighbor’s door. … Continue reading →
Let’s Celebrate Mother Goose Day with These Picture Books
I love reading Mother Goose nursery rhymes to my littles any day of the year, but it’s especially fun to celebrate on the official Mother Goose Day, too! May 1 is the official holiday for Mother Goose Day. Here are … Continue reading →