Even though most schools are closing for the summer, learning doesn't stop. In fact, learning outside of school can be one of the most valuable ways to increase our--and our kids' and grandkids'--knowledge and understanding in various fields of interest. From what I understand from working in the education field, and from personal experience, learning … Continue reading Summer Learning
Category: Kiddies
Review of The Birds’ Christmas Carol by Kate Douglas Wiggin
“The book, the dear, enlivening, enchanting, stimulating, informing, uplifting book, is the most faithful of all allies, and, after human friendship, the chief solace as well as the most inspiring influence in human life." Kate Douglas Wiggin What a dear book this is! The Birds’ Christmas Carol is about a family who stays cheerful, strong, … Continue reading Review of The Birds’ Christmas Carol by Kate Douglas Wiggin
Hedgerow Tales, Mrs. Gatty’s Parables of Nature
Of all the revived, republished classic books available, the 4 Hedgerow Tales are my favorites. These were ahead of their time, "retold" back in the 1980s, forerunners of the latest trend. The illustrations by Sandra Fernandez are exquisite and appear on almost every page. (Note that these Hedgerow Tales are not related to Enid Blyton's … Continue reading Hedgerow Tales, Mrs. Gatty’s Parables of Nature
Unsung heroes in Canadian History
I grew up in the U.S. in a predominantly white neighborhood during the sixties and seventies. My city's school system began forced busing when I was eleven years old, just as I was leaving elementary school and preparing to start junior high. It was a controversy that sparked violence and unrest. From a social media … Continue reading Unsung heroes in Canadian History
Fun and Frolic: Stories for the Young from the 1800s
Such a pleasant peek into the simple family life of the late 1800's Ah, the simple innocence of that era. It makes one want to time-travel there for a day, or a year! Obviously, not everyone in 1888 had the leisure shown in this book, there were certainly just as many who had hard and … Continue reading Fun and Frolic: Stories for the Young from the 1800s
Imagine! The best quality books for free!
Well, you don't need to imagine it, it's true! As a fellow blogger said, "I rarely pay full price for books. Loving classics has its advantages, they are widely available and utterly cheap." I couldn't agree more! Ever since I figured out how to put them on my Kindle, I've had a blast finding vintage … Continue reading Imagine! The best quality books for free!
A Child’s Garden of Verses by Robert Louis Stevenson
What a joy to know that this 1885 book is still current, and still bringing the same wonder and delight to new generations of children--and adults! A Child's Garden of Verses is my VERY favorite children's book ...as evidenced by the fact that I have 3 versions of it. It is the author's imagination … Continue reading A Child’s Garden of Verses by Robert Louis Stevenson
Fellow vintage book readers
I just wanted to share some of my favorite websites for vintage books and reviews for all of you fellow vintage book afficionados! Leaves and Pages "Bibliovore. Botanist. Gardener. Armchair Traveller and Vintage Book Explorer" And I would add: "Voracious Reader"! A feast! On this blog I find excellent reviews of books published in every … Continue reading Fellow vintage book readers
Canada’s National Indigenous Peoples Day – June 21
As part of Canada's Truth and Reconciliation work with its aboriginal peoples, we are celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day today! In my area of Calgary there are events well worth attending at Fort Calgary and Canmore to honor our First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. There are plenty of resources for teachers and children here: … Continue reading Canada’s National Indigenous Peoples Day – June 21
Titus: A Comrade of the Cross – a classic novel for Easter
In 1894, a publisher held a writing competition to obtain the best manuscript that would inspire a child’s Christian faith. Florence Kingsley submitted her manuscript for Titus: A Comrade of the Cross and won the $1,000 award. In six weeks, 200,000 copies had been printed to meet demand. The story is about a young boy … Continue reading Titus: A Comrade of the Cross – a classic novel for Easter
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