Inspired in part by his own childhood, this gorgeous picture book from Jim LaMarche tells the story of one stubborn boy’s unexpectedly wonderful summer on the river. This is an imagination-sparking story about appreciating the simple, natural joys of the world and the people in it. It is also about discovering and exploring one’s own talents. … Read More
This sensitive story delicately traces filaments of growth and loss through intergenerational friendship, art making, and changing moons and seasons. Simple and profound, we are reminded that finding a new friend can make a new place feel like home. ************************************** When a young girl moves from the country to a small town, she feels lonely and… Read More
For billions of years, all life has relied on Earth’s predictable rhythm of day and night. It’s encoded in the DNA of all plants and animals. Humans have radically disrupted this cycle by lighting up the night. In a world marred by light pollution, this quest for true darkness is a clarion call to turn out… Read More
So, what about our ordinary, everyday things….the moments you treasure and the magic you make? We live in a world obsessed with the mighty. The large. The barely achievable. Yet wondrous things happen all around us. Extraordinary! is both a wake-up call and a love song to the quiet, everyday moments that remind us what an amazing… Read More
In a culture that prizes achievement, kids are often afraid to fail – failing to realize that some of the very ideas that don’t work are steps along the path to ones that will. Persistence and creativity can lead to amazing things, as Leif the leaf discovers in this lovely book. ******************************* LEIF and the FALL… Read More
Fall is synonymous with the harvest, crisp air, falling leaves, geese flying overhead, pumpkins and apple cider. It is the season to be thankful and to be surrounded by the people you love. Enjoy your time gathered together. *********************************** Bella’s Fall Coat Lynn Plourde – Author Susan Gal – Illustrator Bella is… Read More
The natural world is a giant, open-ended learning laboratory. Our children are innate scientists and love experiencing the sights, scents, sounds, and textures of the outdoors. Nature provides countless opportunities for discovery. “Nobody sees a flower really; it is so small. We haven’t time, and to see takes time – like to have a friend takes… Read More
To take care of one another and the Earth, we must truly see one another as unique and valued. If You Come to Earth is a glorious guide to our home planet, and a call for us to take care of both Earth and each other. ************************ An introduction to Earth for children big and small who… Read More
Outside is waiting, our most patient playmate of all, most generous friend and most miraculous inventor. We are reminded that we are all part of a much greater universe. This thought-provoking picture book poetically underscores our powerful and enduring connection with nature, not so easily obscured by our days spent indoors. ******************************** Outdoors is part of… Read More
