We are all like trees: our spines, trunks and our skin, bark. Our hearts give us strength and support, like heartwood. We are fueled by air and sun. Like humans, trees are social. They “talk” to spread information; they share food and resources. They shelter and take care of one another. They are stronger together. ***************************… Read More
When we look for patterns, we notice what changes and what stays the same from one picture to the next. Drawing or building the pattern helps us think about what comes next! Support your children’s thinking by working together using drawings and/or colored blocks. ********************************************* What do you notice? Discussion suggestions The pattern starts with 1… Read More
Edmund is a very forgetful elephant… When he’s sent to the shops to get some things for a birthday party, he finds that he can’t remember what he was supposed to buy. His purchases become sillier and sillier. Your family will love this delightfully funny story, with a message about making the most of the unexpected…. Read More
Most puzzle solving requires use of logical thinking and one’s problem-solving skills. Solving puzzles often requires strategic and creative thinking. Especially with some mentoring, your children can transfer their increasing puzzle-based logic and problem solving to other situations. **************************** Tetromino Puzzle Link When your children have played the game at least… Read More
What’s on the other side of the forest? A young rabbit and his father are determined to find out. The villagers share their curiosity and the longing to know the unknown. They all find the ultimate answer to the question: what is on the other side of the forest? Someone like themselves. They are not alone…. Read More
Packed with vivid colors and striking illustrations, Mole in a Black and White Hole tells a charming tale about what awaits us when we seek out the light in the darkness. Mole’s story catches our eye as well as capturing our heart. I suspect we are all seeking the light these days. ********************* MOLE IN A BLACK… Read More
This game is an opportunity to help our children practice identifying shapes and combining shapes to make new shapes. It is also, of course, practice in being strategic in game playing. ********************************** FILL IT FIRST ! – A Family Game OBJECT OF THE GAME Players take turns spinning the spinner and coloring in shapes on their… Read More
The friendship between this unlikely pair of buddies shines from the first lines of this story. They are a team! They see each others’ good qualities, and when they make mistakes, there is no blame – they help each other out. ******************************* SLOTH & SQUIRREL IN A PICKLE Cathy Ballou – Author Kelly Collier – Illuistrator… Read More
When we look for patterns, we notice what changes and what stays the same from one picture to the next. Drawing or building the pattern helps us think about what comes next. ******************************* What Comes Next? Circles & Triangles What do you notice? What do you wonder? What comes next? Show or tell what the next… Read More
This book is such a great story to start conversations about feelings, being different, how we treat others and how to include classmates who might go to the beat of a different drummer. ********************* TWO SPECKLED EGGS Jennifer K. Mann – Author/Illustrator Lyla Browning wears drab clothes and glasses, and her affection for insects is certainly… Read More
