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A Closer Look at the Weather
This week, with The Playful Pioneers curriculum we studied cloud formations, the water cycle AND rainbows. We decided to combine it all in one neat study for our readers to enjoy. We began with our beloved “Nature Anatomy” by Julia Rothman (broken record, I know!). The girls shaped cotton balls to recreate the various cloud formations we can see in the sky as I read about what type of weather we can predict from these clouds. They both picked a favorite and Miss Cumulus came out on top…”because she…
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Our Favorite First Chapter Books
We are sharing our favorite first chapter books! The girls have enjoyed these books while transitioning from early readers to more substantial books. The stories are sweet, the print is just the right size and there are illustrations scattered about in most. Enjoy! The Critter Club Collection by Callie Barkley Houndsley and Catina by James Howe Bink and Gollie: The Complete Marvelous Collection by Kate DiCamillo The Adventures of Sophie Mouse by Poppy Green A Bear Called Paddington by Michael Bond Toys Go Out by Emily Jenkins Princess…
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“KidArtLit” Monthly Box Review
We recently were giveaway winners and received a free box from KidArtLit, we wanted to share our experience in case anyone would enjoy taking a peek at what they have to offer. (This blog post is completely voluntary and in no way were we compensated for this review.) KidArtLit ‘s monthly subscription includes a beautiful, boutique-quality picture book and related theme art projects all packaged and set to go for your family. The first thing we saw when we opened our box was a beautiful book wrapped in yellow tissue…
