Just saying the letters DK in a discussion about books instantly brings to mind quality nonfiction books like no others. Those two letters command respect, and with a library of what I imagine numbers in the thousands, it’s possible to find a book on any given topic. Specifically for my family, DK children’s books are…
Category Archives: Learning
Imagination Story Cards
My three year old daughter has developed a funny little habit in the last two years or so, and it’s apparent to anyone who spends even a short amount of time with her. She talks. All day long. I don’t just mean the talking of the “Hey Mommy, guess what” type, but the kind of…
Possible Futures: Creative Thinking at the Speed of Life
After I read Possible Futures: Creative Thinking For The Speed of Life, I canceled my Twitter account. No, seriously, it’s true! I did! (Truth be told, it didn’t require that much motivation, but it did provide a nice kick in the pants to actually DO it.) The main message of this book is that we,…
Bubbles, Rainbows and Worms
Bubbles, Rainbows and Worms is a book of science experiments for preschool children. Published by Gryphon House books, this is a most excellent book for parents or teachers to use to help children explore the world around them. I don’t know about you, but I’m one of those people who needs someone to come along…
Pink Brain, Blue Brain
I wasn’t sure what I would think about Pink Brain, Blue Brain because I wasn’t sure what the author’s take was going to be towards traditional male/female roles. I wasn’t sure if she was going to blast one sex over the other, which is what I so frequently see now (and find so heartily discouraging!)….
Homework Helpster and Vocabulary Power
From Dawn: Now that the kids will soon be getting back into the swing of school life, a whole new year is ahead of them, full of fresh experiences and increased educational expectations. As parents, we want to support our children’s learning and provide materials that will interest our young Einsteins while simultaneously reinforcing their…
On Reading: Let’s Start at the Very Beginning
I have a 2 1/2 year old that I’m anxious to have learning how to read. At the same time, never fear!, I also know that it’s futile to push him into learning how to read. He has to go at his own pace. Mostly, he just has to be INTERESTED enough to learn. So…
Follow that Map!
Follow That Map!: A First Book of Mapping Skills by Scot Ritchie is an entertaining and educational book that young map enthusiasts will enjoy. Kyle has always enjoyed maps. Watching the screen of the GPS system in my husband’s car helps him endure car trips and hones his understanding of navigation (Seriously, if I got…
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