A few years ago when I created an alphabetical list of positive character traits that I wanted to foster in my son, the first idea for U that popped into my head was understanding. Understanding, accepting, and prejudice-free. I recently heard the phrase “embrace race” and it conjures up for me all of those qualities….
Kids Books
Best Kids Christmas Books About Kindness and Love
What is the TRUE spirit of Christmas? If you are an educator or a parent like me – and looking for some seasonal stories that can inspire kids to think about what Christmas is really all about – you’ve come to the right place! Today you will find an incredible list of kids Christmas books that focus…
Rainbow Fingerplay and Books
Are you looking for a little Spring science inspiration for your child? Why not study rainbows? I’ve got a brand-new rainbow fingerplay today you can print out and do with your young child, as well as a list of fantastic rainbow books perfect for inquiry with kids of all ages, as well as some links…
Funtastic New Years Kids Books
Even though I’m off on school break right now, as a teacher-librarian I’m always looking for books that tie in with holidays we’re celebrating. With New Year’s Eve coming up, I wanted to find a few books that I could read to my son – as well as read to my students when we get…
Turkey Handprint Masterpieces
This week I’m sharing a really fun turkey handprint art project that is perfect for Thanksgiving or Fall. It’s open-ended with lots of room for creativity, and guaranteed to produce adorable results! It can be proudly displayed on the mantel, or used as a backdrop for a seasonal meal. You’ll also find my favourite recommendations for…