As a child, I almost always received a book for Christmas or my birthday. Many of these beloved titles are still on my shelf, and I enjoy them with my own children now. If giving and receiving books is a tradition in your family, today's post is for you! Sourcebooks for children publishes fiction and non-fiction, including board books, picture books, chapter books, and middle-grade titles with the aim of engaging children in the wonders of reading and learning. We received two charming Continue Reading
Mastering Modern Calligraphy (Book Review)
Mastering Modern Calligraphy contains a wealth of inspiration for anyone aspiring to master the neglected art of beautiful handwriting! This newly published book by Molly Suber Thorpe contains elegant sample alphabets, stroke drills, and grid guides of various sizes for practice. It's subtitled Beyond the Basics: 2,700+ Pointed Pen Exemplars and Exercises for Developing Your Style and is targeted towards those who have some basic calligraphy skills or knowledge already. I shared my Continue Reading
TAN Books: Daily Planner and Homeschool Planner
Busy families appreciate tools that can multi-task. This is certainly true about what we've come to expect from planners and calendars. And TAN Books are definitely up to the task. TAN's unique and beautifully designed planners are an ideal way to remind us, as we are scheduling activities and appointments, who's ultimately in charge of our future. To use King's Solomon's words: "Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the Lord that will be established." (Proverbs Continue Reading
Berenstain Bears Thanksgiving Book Review & Giveaway
Why have Berenstain Bears books stood the test of time? I think it's because they teach timeless lessons and focus on shared values that resonate with families. The stories are engaging and the pictures are colorful and fun; it's a recipe for success! Speaking of recipes, today I'm going to give you a quick look at Mike Berestain's Thanksgiving Blessings book. Join the Bear family on Thanksgiving Day as they reflect on what they appreciate most, while making their way to the feast at Gran and Continue Reading
7 Titanic Books That Your Children Will Love
My children are a bunch of Titanic buffs because they grew up watching me devour book after book about one of history's most legendary ships. Ironically, you will never catch this Titanic afficianado aboard a luxury liner. I'm a poor swimmer and an avowed landlubber. Traversing the ocean's depths in the pages of a good book is my preferred mode of travel! My children and I have sailed through many Titanic books together (and watched several film adaptations). Here are some of our Continue Reading