The Homeschooler's Book Blog

I Sure Am Glad To See You, Blackboard Bear

2011-09-20T14:55:00.000-07:00

This is one of those books that is so adorable in its illustrations, so appealing to the eye, so lovely in concept... BUT.... as a parent, this is not the type of book I like to read to my child. I understand that there are many kids who need to deal with bullying in their lives, and hopefully this is one book that will help them. (I'm not sure how, but perhaps that *is* the target market

To Catch the Moon

2011-09-20T14:50:00.000-07:00

I'd say "Eh, don't bother," but this book does have an element of cuteness about it which may be attractive to some kids/parents. Certainly our toddler liked it enough to ask that it be read to him several times. I think he also likes that big brother Paco's name is in it. I *think* the message is that some things are better appreciated from afar, or that we need to think our actions through

Fifteen Animals

2011-09-20T14:44:00.001-07:00

We first "met" Sandra Boynton when hubby and I were dating. He introduced me to Boynton greeting cards and our courtship/dating months were peppered with Boynton cards and gifts. Naturally we bought Boynton board books for the kids when they were born. Twenty-plus years later, Boynton hasn't lost any of her charm. This board book which introduces counting to little ones oozes with Boynton's

Back to Blogging Books!

2011-09-20T14:38:00.000-07:00

Now that we've got a toddler, it's about time we got back to blogging books! Nino, 2 3/4 loves loves loves books, has loved books almost from Day One. He has certainly progressed from chewing on books, to being able to sit still for one word per page, to actually listening to several paragraphs per page -- all in the span of 2 years. Amazing, this process of learning to read. So far we've

Mariel Of Redwall

2010-03-02T10:34:00.000-08:00

I like Mariel of Redwall because of the big adventure she had. First she was thrown by Gabool into the sea and she was thrashed about by the waves, she met the hares and they led her to Pakatugg and then HE led her halfway before she got angry at him because he wouldn't give her any food then she found Tarquin and HE led her to Redwall were she met Dandin and Durry, then she went to find her

Warriors: All The Truth, Tactics, and Triumphs of History's Greatest Fighters

2010-02-26T10:45:00.000-08:00

An awesome book for anybody who likes Knights; Samurai; Ninja and other fighters from the past. This book tells about some gear (like the tools Ninja used) that they had back then. Overall, I think it was a pretty good book ****1/2* stars. -Migi 11 years

The Sea Chest

2010-02-13T06:48:00.000-08:00

Deeply moving, lyrical book. Picturesque words throughout bring the emotions to life in this story about a lone child receiving the gift of a sibling from the sea. Learned about it from the gals at 4real.

Winter Poems

2010-02-08T09:27:00.000-08:00

Winter Poems compiled by Barbara Rogasky -- authors included: Shakespeare, Ogden Nash, Elizabeth Coatsworth, Edna St. Vincent Millay, Wordsworth, Robert Frost, etc. illustrated by Trina Schart Hyman -- one of my fave illustrators beautiful book combining poetry and art (note: no Christmas or religious poetry included :( )

The Mystery of the Missing Red Mitten

2010-02-08T09:12:00.000-08:00

So sweet! A little girl loses one of her red mittens and goes looking for it with her dog. Reminds me of Spot Color Photographs

Sleep, Big Bear, Sleep

2010-02-08T07:12:00.000-08:00

Awww.... this book must have been written for all the little kiddies out there who JUST. WON'T. SLEEP. and keep fighting their fatigue until they just CRASH. (Familiar theme around here, esp. around age 5.) Like the book implies, maybe they're just not hearing us right? Cute bedtime story that rhymes.

A Gift

2010-02-03T09:49:00.000-08:00

Keeping our heritage alive is one of the reasons we homeschool. While our kids are very American in the way they talk, act, think, they also have kept a lot of their Filipino-ness, we believe because we kept them home with us. They have time to observe and absorb and appreciate what makes us unique as Filipinos. This book is about learning about, keeping in touch with, and appreciating one's

Goodnight Moon

2010-01-29T12:03:00.000-08:00

If rice is a staple on our dining table, this book is a staple on our little ones' shelves. Having grown up in the Philippines, I didn't know many of what's considered children's classics here. Imagine my delight when as a new mom and lifelong lover of books, I stumbled upon Children's Book of the Month Club.... there began a new chapter in my life as collector of children's books. This was

Boxes for Katje

2010-01-28T14:57:00.000-08:00

This book tells about one girl's generosity and how it touches lives in another part of the world. The story is based on something the author's mother did and is a great lesson on how a spirit of giving can transcend nationalities, differences, etc. Also would be good for a lesson on WWII and its effects.

The Truth About Bats

2010-01-27T09:23:00.000-08:00

This book is a good book for kids because it's science about bats and it tells how they get around and find food at night.-Yena,8

Mary

2010-01-27T09:03:00.000-08:00

Who doesn't love Demi's books? They are beautiful, reverent, extraordinary. This one tells the story of Mary, the Mother of God. Each page has a small section, taken from The Book of Mary, the Gospels of Matthew, Luke and John (an added bonus: Jesus' words are in RED, just like in some Bibles!), The Life of Mary As Seen by the Mystics... the story continues on after Jesus' Resurrection, on

The Legend Of The Christmas Rose

2010-01-27T08:20:00.000-08:00

Such a beautiful book! I love how the angel gives Dorothy flowers that she can give Jesus as her gift to him. - Yena, 8 This is one of those tear-jerker books that *just* has to be read at Christmastime. As a mother, I feel for Dorothy, who is compelled to see the King/Baby Jesus; I feel her nervousness, her timidity, her shame at having nothing to give. I want to scoop her in my arms and

How A Book Is Made

2010-01-26T15:08:00.000-08:00

This book is interesting because I didn't know there were so many people that made the book in the story and it must take a long time to make just one book.-Yena, 8

The Donkey's Dream

2010-01-26T14:15:00.000-08:00

There's something about books that talk of the humility of children and animals as it relates to Christmas. These books serve as great reminders that Christmas is not about lavish or pompous or extravagant -- though they CAN be, of course, and "lavish" and "extravagant" also have their place in celebrating the Lord's birth. But often, and especially in these days we live in, the reminder to

The Little Boy's Christmas Gift

2010-01-26T13:29:00.000-08:00

I say that this book is a keeper because it is a beautiful one. - Yena, 8 This is, indeed, a beautiful book -- inspired by the illuminated artwork of the 15th and 16th centuries. It would be a great addition for a study of artwork created in these time periods. The story itself is simple but conveys the truth that our gifts are most pleasing to God when we put our heart into them. It also

Father And Son: A nativity story

2010-01-26T11:59:00.000-08:00

The book tells about Joseph, who is wondering what he can do for Jesus; Because he knows that he is not the real father. A great book for all ages. -Migi 11 year I had objected to Migi's description of "not the real father" which, while true, could also lead to a minimizing of who St. Joseph was and the role that he played in salvation history.... great material for discussion here. - Mom

An Early American Christmas

2010-01-26T10:09:00.000-08:00

Another classic by this author. Brings you back to old time celebrations of Advent and Christmas. I think we'll be using this book as the basis of our own celebration this Christmas. We'll Change things a bit and give our preparations a 19th century flavor. Hmmm.... that's an idea. Have a different "theme" for each Christmas we celebrate.

The First Christmas Stocking

2010-01-26T09:18:00.000-08:00

Claire is such a pretty, honest and happy little girl. I love how she gave the poor boy the stockings even though they were really for the rich Lady's children and that the next day she saw her last stocking full, and found cakes, tobacco for her father, a drink and all the yarn she owed to the lady. -Yena, 8

Strega Nona by Tomie de Paola

2010-01-26T08:54:00.000-08:00

The funny old story about the good witch, who can do magic things. Back with a magic pasta pot, for some almost instant food. A great book for kids and adults. -Migi 11 year

The Complete Bike Book

2010-01-26T08:43:00.000-08:00

Kids can learn how to check their bikes, (wheels and frame for example) they can learn about different types, their uses, such as racing, mountain biking, BMX, and just regular biking. -Migi 11 year

The Super Hungry Dinosaur

2010-01-26T08:20:00.000-08:00

What a funny, adorable book! Toddlers and dinosaur-lovers of all ages will love this book. The illustrations are done kiddy-style, so cute! Light fantasy about how Hal saves his loved ones and everyone from getting eaten by the Super Hungry Dinosaur.

Crow Call

2010-01-21T15:48:00.000-08:00

just have a minute to spare... we just read this book and it's sooo beautifully written and illustrated... about a little girl reconnecting with her father who had just come back from the war. true story by Lois Lowry.

Young Mary of Nazareth

2010-01-21T09:19:00.000-08:00

What an absolutely beautiful book!! Marianna Mayer is one of my favorite authors and this is another winner. From Anne and Joachim's faith, to Mary's own, and then Joseph's, it is page after page of classic artwork and an invitation to trust in God's plan and providence. I do have a few quibbles with Mary's story (e.g., that she was in pain on the journey to Bethlehem), but this is a book that

The Best-Loved Doll

2010-01-20T09:44:00.000-08:00

The Best-Loved Doll is one of My Favorite books because even though Jennifer is broken Betsy still loves her, and takes her to Susan's party instead of one of her other dolls. and it turns out to be good because Susan's Mother gives Jennifer a medal and it said"The Best-Loved Doll" and that is i like it. -- Yena,8

How Robin Saved Spring

2010-01-19T09:18:00.000-08:00

How Robin Saved Spring is one of My favorite books because in the end Robin wakes Sister Spring from the long sleep Lady Winter put her in. -Yena, 8

Atherton: Rivers Of Fire

2010-01-19T09:06:00.000-08:00

A great book for other kids who like adventure like Edgar, Samuel, and Isabel. -Migi 11 year These books are so engaging and page-turners! My only quibble comes in a sentence in the second book's introduction (or rather, the short summary on the previous book) where it mentions Atherton as having been formed in response to pollution *and overpopulation*. - Mom Link to Book 1

Atherton: House Of Power

2010-01-19T09:00:00.000-08:00

Great book that I'm pretty sure some other kids will enjoy. Good for adventurers. -Migi 11 year These books are so engaging and page-turners! My only quibble comes in a sentence in the second book's introduction (or rather, the short summary on the previous book) where it mentions Atherton as having been formed in response to pollution *and overpopulation*. - Mom Link to Book 2

There's An Owl In The Shower

2010-01-19T08:47:00.000-08:00

The book is a good one for animal story lovers. There's an Owl in the Shower tells how thoughts toward wild animals can always change. -Migi 11 year

The Soldiers Night Before Christmas

2010-01-18T09:56:00.000-08:00

The old Christmas poem changed into a version about troops, really funny. -Migi 11 year This is a very timely book esp. since we have friends in the military that are away from their family at this time of the year. It reminds the children how lucky and blessed we are that we are all together here in our home. It also reminds us to be thankful for the sacrifices that our brave service-men and

No Talking

2010-01-18T09:51:00.000-08:00

It was an okay book, some insults though, but the big experiment of silence is really interesting. An enjoyable story for young readers like me. -Migi 11 year

The Great Brain Does It Again

2010-01-18T09:38:00.000-08:00

Great Brain Does It Again What the book is about: Tom D. Fitzgerald is up to his usual tricks with his great brain and money loving heart. Favorite Part: Chapter 4, Tom and the Dude, pg. 49 -Migi 11 year

The Book of Time

2010-01-11T10:59:00.000-08:00

What the book is about: Sam Faulkner's dad, Allan Faulkner disappeared ten days ago. Searching for clues in his father's bookshop, Sam stumbles upon a stone statue and a gold coin; and his adventure begins. Favorite Part: Chapter 19: Hansoku-Make -Migi 11 year

The Christmas Miracle Of Jonathan Toomey

2010-01-11T10:52:00.000-08:00

What the book is about: One day

Twas The Day Before Christmas

2010-01-11T10:38:00.000-08:00

What the book is about: Tells the story of the old Christmas poem by Clement Clarke Moore. -Migi 11 years ... and how he came up with the poem. Utterly charming illustrations, the blue(!) snow, the family around the table. What strikes me most about this is how the family Christmas celebration is depicted -- with the children focused on Dad's surprise: not expensive gifts of video games or

Linnets and Valerians

2010-01-08T15:43:00.000-08:00

Linnets and Valerians is a really good book for kids. For my part i love how they go on a search with Ezra for the missing Valerians, see the Witch Emma, her cat and in the end see there father again who had to go far off places and work there. -Yena 8 years-old

The Great Brain Reforms

2010-01-08T09:29:00.000-08:00

What the book is about: Tom Dennis Fitzgerald was always a trickster; but when he goes too far and endangers the lives of two of John's best friends, his brother and all of the kids of Adenville put him on trial in their barn on one summer day. Favorite Part: The Great Raft Explorer -Migi 11 year

The Indian In The Cupboard

2010-01-08T09:16:00.000-08:00

Indian in the Cupboard What the book is about: For Omri's birthday, he is given a cupboard from his brother, Gillon; and from his friend Patrick, a little Indian figure. When he puts the figure into the cupboard and locks it, he soon discovers that the Indian is Little Bear; and it begins a lasting friendship. -Migi 11

The Great Brain Is Back

2010-01-08T08:55:00.000-08:00

What the book is about: In this part of the series, Tom Fitzgerald is thirteen now and still up to his tricks, from the slippery soap deal, to the magic numbers trick and more. Favorite Part: Chapter 5: The Dogfights -Migi 11 year

Flight: A popup book of aircraft

2010-01-07T09:43:00.000-08:00

What the book is about: The history of airplanes, flying through the Wright Brothers, to warplanes, then tells about the great fliers, who made amazing records. Favorite Part: The Wings of War -Migi 11 year

Ancient Weapons

2010-01-07T09:34:00.000-08:00

What the book is about: Key dates in history, on early protection and battles. Short range weapons such as the mace, clubs, morning stars etc. Also has long range weapons like the bow, throwing axes, and more. Favorite Part: The Swords Chapter! -Migi 11 year

The key to the indian

2010-01-07T09:22:00.000-08:00

What the book is about: Now that Omri's dad knows about the cupboard, they both find out that Little Bear is in need of help, and they travel back in time to the Indian campsite. -Migi 11 year

Undercover Tailback

2010-01-07T09:15:00.000-08:00

What the book is about: Parker Nolan is a kid who lies a lot, so his football teammates don't believe him when he tells them that he saw a mysterious person leaving the coach's office with a camera. Now, at each game, their opponents suddenly know all their plays. And Parker is going to find out who is behind it. -Migi 11 year

The Legend of Old Befana

2010-01-06T08:14:00.000-08:00

Another Tomie de Paola classic. This tells of a charming old woman who sweeps, sweeps, sweeps... She finds out about the Christ child and goes to see Him, bearing gifts, but alas! She doesn't find him. (To me that's the saddest part about the whole story.)

The Story of the Three Wise Kings

2010-01-06T07:46:00.000-08:00

The Story of the Three Wise Kings by Tomie de Paola Retelling of the Bible story. With Tomie de Paola's trademark art. Heee.... his Herod does make me think of Jabba the Hutt.

Extreme Dinosaurs

2010-01-06T07:29:00.000-08:00

What this book is about: Goes through the meat and plant eaters telling facts about them. It tells about how long a certain species lived, their size, and protection. Favorite part: Big heads = the triceratops -Migi 11 year

The Way Toys Work

2010-01-06T07:04:00.000-08:00

What the book is about: It tells about how the toys work (as the title informs us of), and then on some of them you can make the item. Favorite Part: How to make an Aerobie -Migi 11 year

Usborne Knights & Armor

2010-01-06T06:59:00.000-08:00

What the book is about: The history of heroic knights and kings, a knights' horses, shields and weapons, the horses gear, and battle tactics. Favorite Part: The Knights Armor - Migi 11 year

Navigators Knights & Castles

2010-01-06T06:53:00.000-08:00

What the book is about: Knights & Castles goes from the early middle ages, to the age when mail was used, to the time when steel plate armor was used, to the start of the use of guns. Favorite part: The Crusades -Migi 11 year

The Mountain Lion

2009-12-29T09:18:00.000-08:00

how the mountain lion lives -- their homes, families.

Lynx

2009-12-29T09:16:00.000-08:00

all about lynxes. (I like that word!) about how they hunt, mate, their cubs, their relationship with people. They look like really fat cats.

Wolf

2009-12-29T09:13:00.000-08:00

all about wolves, different kinds of wolves, social life, pack hunts. The wolf pups are really cute, but there's one picture with blood on it (dead animal).

Powerless

2009-12-29T09:09:00.000-08:00

I think there were a few holes in the plot that if filled could have made it a better book. - Mom A bit too mushy. The story got kind of confusing. - Paco, 13

Eyewitness Books: Money

2009-12-29T09:08:00.000-08:00

This book is about money over the ages. The pictures are somewhat boring. The most interesting part is about Fort Knox and the gold. It showed how they minted stuff -- that was cool. - Paco, 13

Amphibious Techniques

2009-12-29T09:05:00.000-08:00

Amphibious Techniques (Modern Military Techniques) This is a cool and informative. Well-written. Graphics could have been updated a bit, but overall a good book. My favorite part was the illustrations. I really liked the tactical section because of the strategies they used during the invasions. - Paco, 13

Thank You, Sarah

2009-12-29T08:58:00.000-08:00

This book is about Sarah Hale. She saved Thanksgiving by writing letters to presidents, but she didn't get "Yes" until Abe Lincoln was president. - Yena, 8

The Little White Horse

2009-12-29T08:53:00.000-08:00

My favorite part is where she got to show the black man the little white horse, because he said that if Maria showed him a little white horse he would keep his promise and quit stealing stuff with his gang. This is a fantastic adventure story. - Yena, 8

Our Abe Lincoln

2009-12-24T08:14:00.000-08:00

The book tells about the life of Lincoln, our great President in a song. -- Migi Mrs. Lincoln's Vanilla Almond Cake recipe is on the back of the book -- don't miss it! - Mom Some dates this book would be good for: February 12, Lincoln's birthday September 22, Emancipation Proclamation November 19, Gettysburg Address What the book tells about Kids acting out the story of Abe Lincoln.--

Cougar

2009-12-24T08:12:00.000-08:00

The book tells about the basic activities of Cougars and other habits and facts. --Migi

The World of Baseball

2009-12-24T08:06:00.000-08:00

<p>The Worr</p>This baseball book tells about how baseball came to be played in so many places over the world. -- Migi

Heir of Mistmantle

2009-12-24T08:03:00.000-08:00

,The 3rd book of the Mistmantle Chronicles, is about the new baby named Catkin who goes missing. Everyone is looking for the young daughter of King Crispin. --Migi

Lynx

2009-12-24T07:57:00.000-08:00

LynxLynThe book is about what the Lynx does every day and about its young. -- Migi

Haunted Castle on Hallow's Eve

2009-12-24T07:53:00.000-08:00

The book tells about how Jack, Annie, and Teddy have to go help the children of a Duke bring back a special diamond. -- Migi I love these books because Jack and Annie go on lots of adventures.-- Yena

The Mountain Lion

2009-12-24T07:49:00.000-08:00

The book tells fun facts about the mountain lion and it's young, and how they mate. -- Migi

A hunting we will go!

2009-12-24T07:45:00.000-08:00

The book is about two kids who don't want to go to sleep because their wide awake. They go do fun stuff for hours. -- Migi

Journey Cake, Ho!

2009-12-24T07:41:00.000-08:00

The book tells about a kid who is helped by a rolling cake when he is sent away from his home because the animals go missing. -- Migi

New Baby train

2009-12-24T07:36:00.000-08:00

New Baby Train is about a kid who tells his siblings how babies came to them. He goes to the baby train and gets on, looking for a baby for his family. - Migi, 11

A Ticket to Philippines

2009-12-24T07:33:00.000-08:00

This book tells about the islands of the Philippines, tropical places, volcanoes, a little history, and what the people do there. -- Migi, 11

Hurricanes and Tornadoes

2009-12-24T07:24:00.000-08:00

About the same as the other tornado books here, but still fun to read. -- Migi, 11 ****

Flint's Island

2009-12-24T07:22:00.000-08:00

This is basically like Treasure Island and it has many of the same characters and there's a person looking for treasure. It wasn't that great. Treasure Island is better because it has a lot of action and this one doesn't. - Migi, 11 ***

The Loner by Ester Wier

2009-12-24T07:18:00.000-08:00

It's about this kid, his parents are dead, and he's looking for something he can own, like a place where he can live. It's about adventures in the wilderness. At the end of the book, he's not a loner anymore. *** - Migi, 11

Shadow Children (Among the Hidden, etc.)

2009-12-24T02:53:00.000-08:00

My 11-yo and I loved this series from Margaret Peterson Haddix. (She's the same person who wrote "Just Ella" which my 18-yo read and liked "a bit".) Very pro-life message, but not overtly so. Start out with "Among the Hidden" and go from there. Rarely am I entranced with books like these, but I was pleasantly surprised -- you may be too.

Siberian Tigers (In the Wild)

2009-12-24T02:48:00.000-08:00

Siberian Tigers (In the Wild) - read by 11-yo. I never thought I'd say this, but Siberian tigers are adorable. Or at least they are in the pictures in this book :)

Tornadoes by Peter Murray

2009-12-24T02:46:00.000-08:00

Yet another tornado book read by 11-yo. Do you know what willy-willies are?

Volcanoes by Seymour Simon

2009-12-24T02:44:00.000-08:00

Who doesn't love Seymour Simon books? One more volcano book for my 11-yo. We should probably plan a field trip to a real volcano sometime. Know of a good dormant one near 45011?

Mount Vesuvius: Europe's Mighty Volcano of Smoke and Ash

2009-12-24T02:42:00.001-08:00

Another volcano book my 11-yo read. He never gets tired of reading these!

Tornado (Wild Weather)

2009-12-24T02:41:00.000-08:00

My 11-yo just LOVES reading about tornadoes, hurricanes, volcanoes, etc. This is just one more added to his list of tornado books he's read. Maybe he'll be one of those stormchaser dudes when he grows up? Or at least he'll have lots of tornado knowledge to spice up those stories he's writing. ** from me, Mom

Goldilocks and the Three Bears

2009-12-24T01:49:00.000-08:00

Another charmer from the Jim Aylesworth/Barbara McClintock duo. Don't miss the "Porridge Cookies" recipe on the back of the book! - Mom

Holi

2009-12-24T01:46:00.000-08:00

A Read About Holiday book about India's Holi. Very interesting, especially the part where people throw paint on each other. Maybe the precursor of paintball?

The Milliner

2009-12-24T01:43:00.000-08:00

Chock-full of illustrations and pictures telling you about the milliner's art, especially the way it was in the 18th century.

Flower Fairies of the Summer

2009-12-24T01:34:00.000-08:00

Here you'll find: the Buttercup Fairy, the Herb Robert Fairy (new to me!), the Forget-me-not Fairy, the Poppy Fairy, the Foxglove Fairy (a favorite), and loads more, several of which I had never heard of before. Use this book when planning your flower gardens!

Flower Fairies of the Autumn

2009-12-24T01:30:00.000-08:00

Another Cicely Mary Barker winner. See my post on the winter compilation.

DK Superguides: Ballet

2009-12-24T01:27:00.000-08:00

Little ballerinas and ballerina wannabes (and even moms who wanted to become ballerinas but didn't) will love this book! As with most DK books I like the way the information is organized and presented. The book is informative but since it's packed with pictures and chunks of descriptive paragraphs here and there, it doesn't get overwhelming and doesn't take away from the beauty and artistry of

One Morning in Maine

2009-12-24T01:19:00.000-08:00

Sigh. We miss you, Robert McCloskey! I'm sooo glad he didn't title his books "The Adventures of Sal" or that would have been totally unimaginative -- *I* would do that, but not Robert McCloskey. One Morning in Maine is the perfect title for this book! I love this book as a read aloud, and as an idea book for what to do with kids if you ever find yourself near the sea. I have never gone

Flower Fairies of the Winter

2009-12-24T01:11:00.000-08:00

Now who doesn't like fairies? And who doesn't like flowers? Well, okay, maybe not my boys. But this is -- as all Cicely Mary Barker books are -- magnificently illustrated, and such a delight to read. Ideal for nature journal copywork, art, and to accompany plant/flower identification lessons. I love this book, especially in the wintertime when everything outside is grey and dreary. This

Betsy-Tacy

2009-12-24T01:06:00.000-08:00

Wonderful book on girls' friendships. Like the simplicity (and at the same time, complexity) of their play. Excellent introduction to chapter books for young readers. Yena loves these books! The thing i love about these books is the adventures and fun Betsy and Tacy have.-- Yena

Betsy-Tacy and Tib

2009-12-23T18:56:00.000-08:00

Fun book for girls! They can be naughty and nice, but always enjoyable. It's the kind of book that stays with you and becomes part of you (it's also part of a series so don't neglect the others). You can grow with Betsy, Tacy and Tib. Good for a history supplement too (19th-20th century). - Mom

Waiting for Wings

2009-12-23T18:44:00.000-08:00

So bright and colorful! A perfect read for spring. Goes well with a study of butterflies and life cycles, and flowers. The art lends itself easily to "copywork". Has a sampling of butterfly and flower identification.

Easter Parade

2009-12-23T18:39:00.000-08:00

While there is nothing in this book that speaks to the religious origins of Easter, this book is sweet and appealing. Great book for Dad to read to and with his daughter. - Mom

Things to Do With Dad

2009-12-23T16:03:00.000-08:00

There's lots of things to do with Dad here. My favorite is "How to Turn the Kitchen Into Dad's Diner". - Yena, 8

The Tale of Tricky Fox

2009-12-23T15:45:00.000-08:00

"Don't pretend that something is different from what it is." - Yena, 8

A Time to Keep

2009-12-23T15:36:00.000-08:00

This book is beautiful. I love it for the old-fashioned ideas you can use to celebrate the seasons and holidays in your home. Tasha Tudor's illustrations, of course, are always lovely. Makes you want to live *in* the book, if you could :). A Time to Keep is a keeper. - Mom

The Mitten by Jim Aylesworth

2009-12-23T15:30:00.001-08:00

When the mouse tried to fit in, he fit but the others, when they took a big breath, the mitten broke. - Yena, 8

Aunt Pitty Patty's Piggy

2009-12-23T15:28:00.000-08:00

No one would help her until she came to Farmer Brown. - Yena, 8

Cork and Fuzz

2009-12-23T15:26:00.000-08:00

How they fought was kind of cute. - Yena, 8 ***

Hanna's Christmas

2009-12-13T08:38:00.000-08:00

I wish I had known about this book before! Written by fellow homeschooling mom Melissa Wiley for the Hanna Andersson company in 2001, it is an utterly charming book that tells about family, home, and Christmas! It was also a joy to learn about Swedish traditions while reading this book. I'd buy one except it's now a collectible so yikes, pricey!

Little Oh

2008-04-01T18:08:00.000-07:00

Oh, so charming!! A lovely gem of a book. Read it aloud while munching on some mochi and sipping some matcha. Maybe work on some origami after?