“What do you want to be when you grow older?” Almost all of us have answered or tried to answer this question when we were children. Children are dreamers. They want to become astronauts, scientists, and paleontologists! But do children really plan to follow through with these dreams? Or do they just forget about them […]
A Different Kind of Safari by Helen C. Hipp
One of the greatest gifts we can give our children is the gift of reading. I have recently had the pleasure of reading a wonderful book, “A Different Kind of Safari”, with my daughter. This book is not only very well written, but also a great teaching tool. The book is 32 pages with colourful […]
Story of Squirt the otter by Tracy L. Mikowski
The story of Squirt the otter by Tracy L. Mikowski is heartfelt true story of an orphaned otter that with the help of others found happiness. The author, Tracy L. Mikowski, wrote this book first hand as she was the actual person to rescue and take care of Squirt. The story begins with Squirt, the […]
Finding Your Melodic Muse: Choosing an Upright Piano for Your Journey
Choosing the right instrument is the most important decision you’ll make when embarking on a musical journey. This means finding the ideal upright piano to be a faithful companion for aspiring pianists throughout their musical endeavors. With other options available, navigating the world of pianos can be overwhelming. This article will explore upright pianos — […]
3 Simple Ways to Make More Time for Reading (Even With a Busy Schedule)
Americans said they read an average of 12.6 books in 2021, according to Gallup, highlighting a decline in reading when compared with data from the past. For those who wish to spend more time enjoying books, however, finding the time to read can be a major challenge — especially for those who are constantly battling a busy schedule. […]
The Mouse Before Christmas
I don’t know about you, but one of the first things that comes to my mind when winter hits is cuddling up under the blankets with a good book. Written by Clement Clarke Moore, the night before Christmas is an enchanting Christmas story that has been enjoyed for generations. The poem first appeared uncredited in […]
Yakety Yak and A Wisdom of Wombats
Grade three is a fundamental grade for elementary students as they will be using all the skills they have learned in prior grades to stronger reading comprehension and writing skills. By the end of the grade three year your child should know what a noun is, pronoun, verb, adjective and adverb is. My daughter who […]