Monthly Archives: December 2014
Dec 28 Books
When we had our eldest, we started a new tradition where we give the kids books to open on Christmas Eve. Then that night we read the books before bed. We also give them new pajamas. It’s grown now that … Continue reading
Dec 21 Books
I love books that really make you think. Some of these books, my oldest son has been talking about and referencing a lot lately. I think that’s great because that’s what good books should do….they should stick with you! I … Continue reading
Poetry to the Rescue!
I have three boys and my husband works a lot so I’m almost always on my own for dinner time and bath time and it can sometimes get nuts! I’ve mentioned before how sitting down to read calms my brood. … Continue reading
Dec 14 Books
In honor of the upcoming winter holidays, I’ve decided to share a few of our favorite holiday books this week. These are books we read again and again. Some of them are probably familiar to you but hopefully a few … Continue reading
Board Books or Picture Books?
Most people start reading to babies using board books which is great! Usually (but not always) board books have simple patterns, repeating lines, simple story lines, and the pictures closely match the text so they are easy for babies to … Continue reading
Dec 7 Books
Late summer and the start of school have been busy and crazy. I’ve taken a hiatus from posting books but we’ve still been reading things from the library every week and have read so many good ones since I last … Continue reading
Sort It Out
I’m always trying to think of learning activities to do with my kids….ones that they will enjoy but that will also be educational! My most recent activity has been sorting. This is great for all ages because you can differentiate … Continue reading